Are you craving a flavorful and comforting bowl of Vietnamese pho without the meat? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through creating a simple yet delicious vegetarian pho broth that will satisfy your taste buds and warm your soul. Whether you're a seasoned pho enthusiast or a novice cook eager to expand your culinary horizons, we've got you covered. With a few pantry staples and a touch of patience, you'll be able to craft a rich and aromatic broth that forms the foundation of an unforgettable vegetarian pho experience. So grab your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to pho-fection!
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VEGETARIAN PHO (VIETNAMESE NOODLE SOUP)
A vegetarian version of this tasty Vietnamese noodle soup.
Provided by Annette Marcelo
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Noodle Soup Recipes
Time 1h34m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Place vegetable stock, onion, soy sauce, garlic, cinnamon sticks, ground ginger, star anise, and bay leaves in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until flavors combine, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove solids with a slotted spoon and keep broth hot.
- Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Set aside until noodles are softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse thoroughly. Divide noodles among 6 serving bowls.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add tofu in a single layer and fry, in batches, until golden brown, about 6 minutes per side.
- Simmer fried tofu and mushrooms in broth until heated through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to serving bowls. Top with scallions and cilantro. Ladle in hot broth.
- Serve lime wedges, jalapeno peppers, bean sprouts, and basil alongside for garnishing each bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.1 calories, Carbohydrate 77.7 g, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1208.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
SIMPLE VEGETARIAN PHO BROTH
The focus of this broth, a base for pho dishes with tofu and a variety of mixed vegetables, is the charred ginger and onion. Spice comes from a bag filled with star anise, peppercorns, cinnamon stick and cloves and more flavor flows from an abundance of sweet vegetables. Nonvegetarians can add fish sauce to this aromatic and beautiful vegan broth if they wish.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories soups and stews, side dish
Time 2h10m
Yield 2 1/2 quarts, serving 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Scorch the onion and ginger by holding the pieces above a flame with tongs, or in a dry frying pan if using an electric stove. Turn the pieces until they are scorched black in places on all sides. Slice the ginger lengthwise.
- Combine the scorched onion and ginger with the water, leeks, turnips, carrots, mushroom stems or dried shiitakes, garlic, lemon grass, salt to taste and 1 tablespoon sugar in a large soup pot and bring to a boil. Tie the spices in a cheesecloth bag and add to the soup. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour. Add the fish sauce if using, and simmer for another hour (2 hours total, with or without the fish sauce). Strain through a cheesecloth-lined strainer. Taste and adjust salt and sugar.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 88 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams
VEGETARIAN PHO
Check out this vegetarian pho with broth made from soy sauce and a blend of spices like star anise and cinnamon.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories Dinner Vegetarian Soup/Stew Noodle Winter
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- Vegetable Stock
- Put the oil in a large pot over medium heat. When it's hot, add the carrots, celery, onion, potatoes, garlic, and mushrooms. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, cover, and cook, undisturbed, until you hear the vegetables sizzle, 3 to 5 minutes. Uncover, stir once or twice, and cook, stirring only enough to prevent burning until the vegetables release their liquid and begin to brown, 15 to 20 minutes. (If you have more time, keep going another 15 to 20 minutes or until they're even darker.)
- Add 10 cups water, the parsley, and the bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then adjust the heat so the mixture bubbles steadily but gently. Cook until the vegetables are very tender, anywhere from 15 to 60 minutes depending how much time you can spare.
- Strain through a fine-mesh strainer. Taste and adjust the seasoning before using or cooling and storing.
- Pho
- Put the oil in a large pot over medium heat. When it's hot, add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Sprinkle with some salt and the sugar and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the star anise, cinnamon, bay leaves, and peppercorns and stir until warm and fragrant, no more than a minute. Add the stock, soy sauce, vinegar, half the cilantro (save therest for garnish), mushrooms, and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat so the stock bubbles gently. Cook, partially covered, until you are happy with the concentration of flavor, 30 to 60 minutes.
- Put the rice vermicelli in a large bowl, sprinkle with salt, and cover with the boiling water. Soak until the noodles are barely tender; start checking after 3 minutes. Drain the noodles, then rinse them and the bowl with cold water to cool down. Return the noodles to the bowl, add enough cold water to cover, and let sit until you're ready to serve.
- Strain the broth through a fine-meshed strainer, return it to the pot, and keep at a gentle bubble. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more soy sauce if you'd like. (You can make the broth to this point, cool, and store it in the refrigerator for several days or the freezer for a few months. Return it to a boil and keep hot until time to serve.)
- Prepare any additional toppings from the list that follows (or whatever else you'd like) and put them in bowls or platters. Drain the noodles and divide them among big bowls; ladle some broth over the noodles. Garnish with the scallions, limes, and sprigs of the reserved cilantro. Top the soup with other additions as you like.
BASIC VEGETARIAN PHO
I adapted this Asian pho dish from a traditional Hmong recipe for my vegetarian fiance. The broth is very basic and then each person seasons and garnishes it according to their individual tastes. There is no right way to season and garnish this dish. Be creative and feel free to add your own twist. For flavoring, use red pepper paste, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, and sesame oil.
Provided by LindsayRose5
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine vegetable broth, lemon grass, vegetable bouillon, and star anise pods in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until flavors are combined, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove lemon grass and star anise with a slotted spoon and discard.
- Place rice noodles in a bowl and cover with hot water to soften, about 10 minutes. Drain and cut into shorter pieces with kitchen shears; divide noodles equally between soup bowls. Fill bowls with hot broth to cover noodles.
- Place bean sprouts, mushrooms, limes, cilantro, basil, and green onions into separate bowls. Place teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, chile paste, and sesame oil in separate bowls. Serve soup alongside garnishes and flavorings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.9 calories, Carbohydrate 71.3 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1669.2 mg, Sugar 10.3 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. The more vegetables you use, the more flavorful your broth will be. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, leeks, ginger, and garlic.
- Roast your vegetables before adding them to the broth. Roasting the vegetables will caramelize them and give them a deeper flavor.
- Use a good quality vegetable broth. If you don't have time to make your own, be sure to choose a broth that is low in sodium and has a good flavor.
- Add some herbs and spices. Dried shiitake mushrooms, star anise, cinnamon, and cloves are all good options.
- Let the broth simmer for at least 30 minutes. The longer you simmer the broth, the more flavorful it will be. Adjust the seasonings at the end of cooking to your taste.
Conclusion:
Simple vegetarian pho broth is a delicious and healthy way to add flavor to your favorite noodle soup. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a broth that is just as flavorful and satisfying as traditional pho broth. So next time you're in the mood for a warm and comforting soup, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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