Vegetarian Pho (Vietnamese Noodle Soup)
This filling and comforting vegetarian Vietnamese soup is full of flavors from shiitake mushrooms, fresh herbs and aromat spices; served over rice noodles and topped with some crunchy and fresh toppings, it is a complete meal!
Ingredients
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3-4 cinnamon sticks, broken up
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2 tbsp coriander seeds
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4-5 cloves
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1 large onion, peeled and chopped
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2 inch piece ginger, finely chopped
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1 large carrot, peeled and cubed
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1/2-3/4 cup sliced shitake mushrooms (or button mushrooms)
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2-3 green chilies/jalapenos slit (according to your taste)
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8 cups water (or half vegetable broth and half water)
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2 tsp soy sauce
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1 cup rice noodles (or any other noodles your prefer)
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2 tbsp oil
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to taste Salt
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For garnishing or topping:
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as needed Mung bean sprouts
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5-6 baby spinach leaves
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1 Chopped green onions or scallions
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as needed Chopped coriander Leaves
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as needed Lemon or lime wedges
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to taste Hot chilli sauce (Sriracha or any chilli garlic sauce)
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as needed Chopped jalapenos
Cooking Instructions
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1
In a large saucepan, dry roast coriander seeds, cloves, star anise and cinnamon sticks on medium heat until lightly toasted; do not char or burn.
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2
In another large deep pot, heat 2 to 3 tbsp of oil and once hot, stir in chopped onions and ginger. Char on medium high heat until lightly browned.
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Add the toasted spices, carrots and fry again for a few seconds.
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Stir in sliced shiitake mushrooms (or button mushrooms if using) and saute for a few seconds on high.
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Add water (or a mix of broth and water) and bring to a boil. Add soy sauce, green chilies, salt to taste, mix and simmer covered for about 30 minutes for all the flavors to blend.
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Meanwhile, prepare all the toppings or garnishes, along with cooking the noodles according to package directions. Keep aside.
After 30 minutes, strain the whole mixture using a strainer or colander and keep the broth hot and ready. Taste and add salt if needed. I have added the carrots back into the strained broth for texture and extra fiber! -
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Divide the broth into large soup bowls, add toppings of your choice; noodles, spinach, green onions, cilantro, sprouts etc. and serve with a spoon and chopsticks! A squeeze of lime or lemon juice and heavenly vegetarian pho from the land of Vietnam is ready to be enjoyed in your own home! #Soup.
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If needed, you can stir in chilli sauce according to your taste for extra heat and spice; just a little in each bowl! This is totally optional.
Enjoy!! -
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Other additional toppings are tofu or paneer (Indian cottage cheese), sprigs of fresh mint, etc.
Store extra broth in the refrigerator and enjoy fresh soup with toppings anytime. #Wintersoup.
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