Basic Vegetarian Pho Recipe

Name: Basic Vegetarian Pho
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Broth:; 3 (32 fluid ounce) containers vegetable broth; 6 stalks lemon grass, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons vegetable bouillon (such as Better Than Bouillon(R)); 5 whole star anise pods; Noodles and Garnish:; 1 (16 ounce) package dried thin rice noodles; 1 (8 ounce) package bean sprouts; 1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms; 2 limes, sliced, or as desired; 1 bunch fresh cilantro; 1 (.75 ounce) package fresh basil; 1 bunch green onions, sliced; Flavoring:; 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce, or to taste; 1/4 cup soy sauce, or to taste; 1/4 cup chile paste, or to taste; 1/4 cup sesame oil, or to taste

Servings: persons

Broth:
3 (32 fluid ounce) containers vegetable broth
6 stalks lemon grass, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable bouillon (such as Better Than Bouillon(R))
5 whole star anise pods
Noodles and Garnish:
1 (16 ounce) package dried thin rice noodles
1 (8 ounce) package bean sprouts
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
2 limes, sliced, or as desired
1 bunch fresh cilantro
1 (.75 ounce) package fresh basil
1 bunch green onions, sliced
Flavoring:
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce, or to taste
1/4 cup soy sauce, or to taste
1/4 cup chile paste, or to taste
1/4 cup sesame oil, or to taste

1
Combine vegetable broth, lemon grass, vegetable bouillon, and star anise pods in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until flavors are combined, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove lemon grass and star anise with a slotted spoon and discard.
2
Place rice noodles in a bowl and cover with hot water to soften, about 10 minutes. Drain and cut into shorter pieces with kitchen shears; divide noodles equally between soup bowls. Fill bowls with hot broth to cover noodles.
3
Place bean sprouts, mushrooms, limes, cilantro, basil, and green onions into separate bowls. Place teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, chile paste, and sesame oil in separate bowls. Serve soup alongside garnishes and flavorings.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Broth:, 3 (32 fluid ounce) containers vegetable broth, 6 stalks lemon grass, cut into 1-inch pieces, 2 tablespoons vegetable bouillon (such as Better Than Bouillon(R)), and more.

Yes, Basic Vegetarian Pho falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Basic Vegetarian Pho

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