Vegan Alternative Version of Pho Tai Soup
Brace yourself for an harmonious blend of aromatic spices, savory broth, and fresh ingredients. We've creatively substituted traditional elements with plant-based alternatives to produce a remarkable, guilt-free dining experience. Immerse yourself in this soul-warming, vegan twist on the classic Vietnamese Pho Tai.
Ingredients
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups water
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2- inch piece fresh ginger peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 star anise
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 block 14 oz extra-firm tofu, cut into slices
- 4 cups mixed vegetables bok choy, carrots, broccoli, and beansprouts
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms shiitake or button mushrooms
- 8 oz dried rice noodles cooked according to package instructions
- Fresh herbs: mint cilantro, and Thai basil, for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
- Sriracha or chili sauce for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine vegetable broth, water, onion, garlic, ginger, cinnamon sticks, star anise, whole cloves, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for around 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the broth to remove the solid ingredients. Return the broth to the pot and keep it warm over low heat.
- In a skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add tofu slices and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- In the same skillet, add mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes, until cooked and tender. Set aside.
- To assemble the Vegan Pho Tai, place cooked rice noodles in the bottom of a bowl. Top with cooked tofu, mushrooms, and mixed vegetables.
- Pour the hot broth over the noodles and vegetables. Garnish with fresh herbs, a squeeze of lime, and sriracha or chili sauce if desired.
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 410
Protein: 22g
Carbohydrates: 63g
Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 11g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Sodium: 1530mg
Potassium: 675mg
Vitamin A: 150%
Vitamin C: 65%
Calcium: 15%
Iron: 25%
Please note that these nutritional values are approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.