Ready to make a yummy Vegan Pho at home? Let’s start cooking!
What is Vegan Pho?
Pho is a popular Vietnamese soup. It’s warm, tasty and full of good stuff. A Vegan Pho has no meat, only plant-based yumminess. It’s perfect for a cosy meal!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Ingredient | Amount |
Vegetable broth | 4 cups |
Rice noodles | 8 ounces |
Onion | 1, sliced |
Ginger | 3-inch piece, sliced |
Cinnamon stick | 1 |
Star anise | 3 pieces |
Cloves | 4 |
Cardamom pod | 1 |
Tamari or soy sauce | 2 tablespoons |
Maple syrup | 1 tablespoon |
Fresh cilantro | To taste |
Fresh basil | To taste |
Bean sprouts | 1 cup |
Lime wedges | For serving |
Jalapeño slices | For serving |
Green onions | 2, chopped |
Prepping Your Ingredients
Before we cook, let’s prepare our ingredients. Slice the onion and ginger. Chop the green onions. Get the herbs ready. Now, we can start cooking!
How to Make Vegan Pho
- Broth Time: In a big pot, add the vegetable broth. Now, put in the onion, ginger, cinnamon, star anise, cloves, and cardamom pod.
- Simmer: Let the broth simmer. This means it cooks on low heat. We do this for 30 minutes. The flavours will mix together.
- Noodles: While the broth simmers, cook the rice noodles. Follow the package instructions. When they’re done, rinse them in cold water.
- Strain: After 30 minutes, take out the spices from the broth. We use a strainer for this. You can ask an adult to help you.
- Season: Add the tamari or soy sauce and maple syrup to the broth. This makes it taste even better!
- Serve: Put some noodles into bowls. Pour the hot broth over them. Now, add your favourite toppings like herbs, bean sprouts, and lime wedges.
Tips for the Perfect Vegan Pho
- Toast Spices: For more flavour, toast the cinnamon, star anise, and cloves before adding them to the broth.
- Fresh Herbs: Use fresh cilantro and basil. They make your Pho taste amazing!
- Extra Veggies: You can add mushrooms or bok choy for more healthy stuff in your soup.
- Spicy: If you like it hot, add more jalapeño slices to your bowl.
- Storage: Keep the broth and noodles separate when storing leftovers. This keeps the noodles from getting too soft.
Enjoy Your Homemade Vegan Pho!
You did it! You made a super tasty Vegan Pho. Enjoy it with family and friends. It’s perfect for a cold day or when you want something healthy and delicious.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Ingredients Are In Vegan Pho?
Vegan pho includes rice noodles, vegetable broth, herbs, and spices, often garnished with tofu, mushrooms, and fresh greens.
How Long Does It Take To Make Vegan Pho?
Preparing vegan pho typically takes about 45 minutes, including both prep and cook time.
Is Vegan Pho Gluten-free?
Yes, vegan pho can be gluten-free if made with gluten-free tamari sauce instead of traditional soy sauce.
What Spices Are Used In Vegan Pho?
Common spices in vegan pho include star anise, cloves, cinnamon, and cardamom.