Vegan Pho
A flavorful plant-based take on classic Vietnamese pho made with aromatic broth, rice noodles, and crispy tofu—perfect for cozy nights.
Equipment
- Large stockpot
- Fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth
- Skillet
- Medium saucepan (for noodles)
- Tongs or chopsticks
Ingredients
For the Broth:
- 1 onion halved
- 3- inch piece ginger halved
- 1 carrot chopped
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos optional
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 star anise
- 1 tsp coriander seeds
- 1 tbsp dried shiitake mushrooms
- Salt to taste
For the Pho:
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1 block extra-firm tofu cubed
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- Thai basil
- Cilantro
- 1 lime wedged
- Jalapeño slices optional
- Hoisin sauce optional
- Sriracha or chili oil optional
Instructions
- Char onion and ginger in a dry pot over medium heat for 3–5 minutes.
- Toast spices (cinnamon, cloves, star anise, coriander) in the pot until fragrant.
- Add carrots, mushrooms, soy sauce, and broth. Bring to a boil and simmer 30–45 minutes.
- Strain the broth. Adjust seasoning with salt or more soy sauce.
- Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Pan-fry tofu in oil until golden and crisp.
- Assemble bowls with noodles, tofu, bean sprouts, herbs, and lime.
- Pour hot broth over bowls and serve immediately with optional sauces.
Notes
To save time, prepare the broth and refrigerate it for up to 4 days or freeze it for 1 month. Add sliced mushrooms, bok choy, or thinly sliced carrots to the bowl for extra veggies. Swap tofu for tempeh or add edamame for variation.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Vegan Pho
Amount per Serving
Calories
310
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
0.4
g
3
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Sodium
1864
mg
81
%
Potassium
251
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
65
g
22
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
3320
IU
66
%
Vitamin C
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
57
mg
6
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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