Vegan Pho Dac Biet (Special Vietnamese Noodle Soup)

Dive into the vibrant world of flavors with this Vegan Pho Dac Biet, a plant-based take on the beloved Special Vietnamese Noodle Soup. Crafted with a fragrant broth infused with charred onion, ginger, and a symphony of spices like star anise, cinnamon, and cloves, this dish delivers the comforting depth of traditional pho without the meat. Packed with tender rice noodles, golden-brown shiitake mushrooms, silky bok choy, and protein-rich tofu, it’s a nutritious and satisfying meal. Garnish with fresh Thai basil, cilantro, bean sprouts, and a squeeze of lime for a customizable, restaurant-quality experience at home. Perfect for vegans and pho lovers alike, this recipe is sure to become a go-to for cozy nights and Southeast Asian cuisine enthusiasts.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces rice noodles
• 1 large, halved onion
• 3 inches, sliced ginger
• 2 medium, peeled and cut into chunks carrots
• 2 anise stars
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 4 cloves
• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 4 ounces, sliced shiitake mushrooms
• 8 ounces, cubed firm tofu
• 2 small heads, halved bok choy
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 1 cut into wedges lime
• 1 cup Thai basil
• 1 cup cilantro
• 1 sliced jalapeño pepper

Directions

Step 1

Char the onion and ginger by placing them under the oven broiler for about 5 minutes, turning halfway through, until they develop a charred exterior. This enhances flavor.

Step 2

In a large pot, add the charred onion and ginger, carrots, star anise, cinnamon stick, cloves, and coriander seeds. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to a simmer and add soy sauce and maple syrup. Simmer uncovered for 60 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 4

While the broth is simmering, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 5

In a skillet, cook the sliced shiitake mushrooms in a bit of oil over medium-high heat until golden brown. Season with a pinch of salt and remove from heat.

Step 6

Once the broth has simmered for an hour, strain out the solids, keeping the broth clear.

Step 7

Add the cubed tofu and bok choy to the hot broth. Let them cook for about 5 minutes until the bok choy is wilted and the tofu is warmed through.

Step 8

Divide the cooked noodles among four bowls. Ladle the hot broth over the noodles, ensuring each serving has tofu, bok choy, and a selection of the broth's ingredients.

Step 9

Top each bowl with sliced mushrooms, bean sprouts, fresh herbs, jalapeño slices, and a wedge of lime.

Step 10

Serve hot, allowing guests to garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3040.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1516.6

Total Fat 32.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6987.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.7g	0%
Total Sugars 63.3g
Protein 81.3g	0%

Vitamin D 20.4IU	0%
Calcium 1032.0mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 5946.3mg	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: 18.1%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 62.0%