Vegan Lanzhou Beef Noodle Soup

Experience a plant-based twist on a culinary classic with Vegan Lanzhou Beef Noodle Soup, a hearty and aromatic dish inspired by the iconic flavors of Chinese street food. This comforting bowl features a richly spiced vegetable broth infused with star anise, cinnamon, and ginger, paired with tender bok choy, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and sweet daikon radish. Shredded jackfruit seasoned with soy sauce and five-spice powder mimics the texture of traditional beef, while fresh wheat noodles soak up every drop of the savory broth. Topped with scallions, cilantro, and a drizzle of fiery chili oil, this vegan adaptation delivers bold, authentic flavors in a satisfying, cruelty-free meal. Perfect for fans of plant-based recipes and global cuisine, this dish is a must-try for your next cozy night in.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 10 pieces dried shiitake mushrooms
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
• 2 pieces star anise
• 1 piece cinnamon stick
• 1 2-inch piece, sliced ginger
• 4 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 medium, peeled and sliced daikon radish
• 2 small heads, quartered bok choy
• 1 can, drained and rinsed canned young green jackfruit
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for jackfruit)
• 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 500 grams fresh wheat noodles
• 3 stalks, sliced scallions
• 0.5 cup, chopped cilantro
• 3 tablespoons chili oil
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl, soak the dried shiitake mushrooms in hot water for 20 minutes, then drain and slice when soft.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine the soaked shiitake mushrooms, vegetable broth, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, star anise, cinnamon stick, ginger, garlic cloves, and sliced daikon radish. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.

Step 3

While the broth is simmering, prepare the jackfruit by cooking it in a separate pan with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and five-spice powder over medium heat for about 10 minutes or until the jackfruit is tender. Use a fork to shred the jackfruit into pieces that resemble pulled meat.

Step 4

Add the sliced bok choy to the broth and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the bok choy is tender.

Step 5

Cook the fresh wheat noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water.

Step 6

To serve, divide the noodles among bowls, ladle the hot broth with vegetables over the noodles, and add an equal portion of jackfruit to each bowl.

Step 7

Garnish with sliced scallions, chopped cilantro, and drizzle with chili oil. Adjust with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8

Serve hot and enjoy your Vegan Lanzhou Beef Noodle Soup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3407.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2503.5

Total Fat 70.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g
Cholesterol 167mg	0%
Sodium 10947.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 408.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 74.7g	0%
Total Sugars 45.6g
Protein 88.9g	0%

Vitamin D 1540.0IU	0%
Calcium 693.2mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 8318.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.1%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 62.3%