Embark on a culinary journey to savor the delectable flavors of Vegetarian Pho with Asparagus and Noodles. This enticing Vietnamese noodle soup is a symphony of fresh ingredients, aromatic spices, and savory broth. Dive into a world of vibrant flavors as you slurp up the springy noodles, tender asparagus, and an array of colorful vegetables, all harmoniously swimming in a rich, flavorful broth. This delightful dish is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a nourishing and healthy meal. With its vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and symphony of flavors, Vegetarian Pho with Asparagus and Noodles is a true feast for the senses.
This comprehensive guide provides two exceptional recipes: the classic Vegetarian Pho with Asparagus and Noodles and a tantalizing variation featuring Crispy Tofu. Both recipes are meticulously crafted to deliver an authentic Vietnamese culinary experience in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you prefer the classic version or the tofu-infused delight, you're in for a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on this delightful journey together!
VEGETARIAN PHO WITH ASPARAGUS AND NOODLES
When I make pho with vegetables other than those used to make the broth, as in this springtime pho, I cook the vegetables separately, so as not to infuse their flavor into the broth, and very briefly, so that they retain some crunch. I like to use thick stalks of asparagus and cut them on the diagonal into 2-inch lengths.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, soups and stews, main course
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Have the broth at a simmer in a soup pot.
- Steam or blanch the asparagus for 2 to 3 minutes, just until crisp-tender. Set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the noodles. Cook until just al dente, firm to the bite, following the timing instructions on the package (my wide noodles take about 5 minutes). Drain and divide among 6 large soup bowls. Distribute the asparagus among the bowls and ladle in a generous amount of hot broth. Sprinkle on half the cilantro, half the basil leaves and the green onions. Pass the chopped chilies, mint sprigs and the remaining basil and cilantro for guests to add as desired, and the lime wedges for guests to squeeze on. Serve with chopsticks for the noodles and soup spoons for the soup.
VEGETARIAN PHO
Check out this vegetarian pho with broth made from soy sauce and a blend of spices like star anise and cinnamon.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories Dinner Vegetarian Soup/Stew Noodle Winter
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- Vegetable Stock
- Put the oil in a large pot over medium heat. When it's hot, add the carrots, celery, onion, potatoes, garlic, and mushrooms. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, cover, and cook, undisturbed, until you hear the vegetables sizzle, 3 to 5 minutes. Uncover, stir once or twice, and cook, stirring only enough to prevent burning until the vegetables release their liquid and begin to brown, 15 to 20 minutes. (If you have more time, keep going another 15 to 20 minutes or until they're even darker.)
- Add 10 cups water, the parsley, and the bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then adjust the heat so the mixture bubbles steadily but gently. Cook until the vegetables are very tender, anywhere from 15 to 60 minutes depending how much time you can spare.
- Strain through a fine-mesh strainer. Taste and adjust the seasoning before using or cooling and storing.
- Pho
- Put the oil in a large pot over medium heat. When it's hot, add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Sprinkle with some salt and the sugar and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the star anise, cinnamon, bay leaves, and peppercorns and stir until warm and fragrant, no more than a minute. Add the stock, soy sauce, vinegar, half the cilantro (save therest for garnish), mushrooms, and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat so the stock bubbles gently. Cook, partially covered, until you are happy with the concentration of flavor, 30 to 60 minutes.
- Put the rice vermicelli in a large bowl, sprinkle with salt, and cover with the boiling water. Soak until the noodles are barely tender; start checking after 3 minutes. Drain the noodles, then rinse them and the bowl with cold water to cool down. Return the noodles to the bowl, add enough cold water to cover, and let sit until you're ready to serve.
- Strain the broth through a fine-meshed strainer, return it to the pot, and keep at a gentle bubble. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more soy sauce if you'd like. (You can make the broth to this point, cool, and store it in the refrigerator for several days or the freezer for a few months. Return it to a boil and keep hot until time to serve.)
- Prepare any additional toppings from the list that follows (or whatever else you'd like) and put them in bowls or platters. Drain the noodles and divide them among big bowls; ladle some broth over the noodles. Garnish with the scallions, limes, and sprigs of the reserved cilantro. Top the soup with other additions as you like.
VEGETARIAN PHO (VIETNAMESE NOODLE SOUP)
A vegetarian version of this tasty Vietnamese noodle soup.
Provided by Annette Marcelo
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Noodle Soup Recipes
Time 1h34m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Place vegetable stock, onion, soy sauce, garlic, cinnamon sticks, ground ginger, star anise, and bay leaves in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until flavors combine, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove solids with a slotted spoon and keep broth hot.
- Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Set aside until noodles are softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse thoroughly. Divide noodles among 6 serving bowls.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add tofu in a single layer and fry, in batches, until golden brown, about 6 minutes per side.
- Simmer fried tofu and mushrooms in broth until heated through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to serving bowls. Top with scallions and cilantro. Ladle in hot broth.
- Serve lime wedges, jalapeno peppers, bean sprouts, and basil alongside for garnishing each bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.1 calories, Carbohydrate 77.7 g, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1208.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
BASIC VEGETARIAN PHO
I adapted this Asian pho dish from a traditional Hmong recipe for my vegetarian fiance. The broth is very basic and then each person seasons and garnishes it according to their individual tastes. There is no right way to season and garnish this dish. Be creative and feel free to add your own twist. For flavoring, use red pepper paste, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, and sesame oil.
Provided by LindsayRose5
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.9 calories, Carbohydrate 71.3 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1669.2 mg, Sugar 10.3 g
EASY VEGETARIAN PHO
This pho recipe serves 2, so double if you'd like to make a larger batch!
Provided by Jeanine Donofrio
Categories Main Dish
Time 50m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a medium pot over low heat, combine the star anise, cinnamon stick, peppercorns, and cloves and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the water, onion, garlic, ginger, and the stems of the shiitake mushrooms. Simmer for 20 minutes, then strain and return the liquid back to the pot.
- Slice the shiitake mushroom caps and add them to the pot along with the tamari, rice vinegar, and scallions. Simmer 15 minutes.
- Add the bok choy and edamame and cook until tender, 5-8 minutes. Taste and season with more tamari for depth of flavor, and more rice vinegar for tang, as desired.
- Ladle the soup into 2 bowls over the cooked rice noodles. Serve with the lime slices, sprouts, herbs, sriracha, chili peppers, and more tamari on the side.
ASPARAGUS NOODLES WITH PESTO
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus stalks. Use a vegetable peeler to shave the asparagus into thin wide ribbons. (The last strip of asparagus will be a little thicker than the others but it¿s fine to use.)
- Pulse the basil, parsley, pine nuts, capers, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a food processor until coarsely ground. With the machine running, drizzle in 1/4 cup olive oil and process until the pesto is mostly smooth.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus noodles, red pepper flakes and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the asparagus is tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the arugula and cook until just wilted, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat; add the pesto and 1 tablespoon water and toss to coat. Stir in the lemon zest and season with salt. Top with more zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 21 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 209 milligrams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 3 grams
EASY VEGAN PHO
Make our easy vegan noodle soup for a warming midweek meal. This low-calorie recipe can be spiced up according to taste with a side serving of sriracha
Provided by Miriam Nice
Categories Dinner, Soup, Supper
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Tip the noodles into a bowl and cover with boiling water. Leave to stand for 10 mins, then drain, rinse in cold water and set aside.
- In a jug, mix the Marmite with 500ml boiling water. Set aside while you cook the vegetables.
- Heat the oil in a saucepan, then add the mushrooms and leek. Cook for 10-15 mins until softened and beginning to colour, then add the soy sauce and Marmite and water mixture and stir. Bring to the boil for 5 mins.
- Divide the noodles between two deep bowls, then ladle over the hot broth. Top with the chilli slices, mint leaves and peanuts, and serve with some sriracha on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 2 grams fat, SaturatedFat 0.3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 46 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 2.8 milligram of sodium
SIMPLE VEGETARIAN PHO BROTH
The focus of this broth, a base for pho dishes with tofu and a variety of mixed vegetables, is the charred ginger and onion. Spice comes from a bag filled with star anise, peppercorns, cinnamon stick and cloves and more flavor flows from an abundance of sweet vegetables. Nonvegetarians can add fish sauce to this aromatic and beautiful vegan broth if they wish.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories soups and stews, side dish
Time 2h10m
Yield 2 1/2 quarts, serving 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Scorch the onion and ginger by holding the pieces above a flame with tongs, or in a dry frying pan if using an electric stove. Turn the pieces until they are scorched black in places on all sides. Slice the ginger lengthwise.
- Combine the scorched onion and ginger with the water, leeks, turnips, carrots, mushroom stems or dried shiitakes, garlic, lemon grass, salt to taste and 1 tablespoon sugar in a large soup pot and bring to a boil. Tie the spices in a cheesecloth bag and add to the soup. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour. Add the fish sauce if using, and simmer for another hour (2 hours total, with or without the fish sauce). Strain through a cheesecloth-lined strainer. Taste and adjust salt and sugar.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 88 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. This recipe calls for asparagus, carrots, and bell peppers, but you can use any vegetables you like. Some other good options include broccoli, bok choy, and mushrooms.
- Don't overcrowd the pot. When adding the vegetables to the pot, make sure to leave some space between them so that they can cook evenly.
- Bring the broth to a simmer before adding the noodles. This will help prevent the noodles from becoming overcooked.
- Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Different types of noodles have different cooking times, so be sure to read the package carefully.
- Serve the pho hot. This dish is best enjoyed when it is hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Vegetarian pho is a delicious and healthy Vietnamese soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is packed with vegetables and noodles, and the flavorful broth is sure to please everyone. With a little planning, you can have this dish on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and nutritious meal, give vegetarian pho a try.
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