Vegan Pho & Broth Alternative

This vegan pho recipe is a tasty alternative to regular pho because it uses a rich vegetable broth that has been spiced up with fragrant herbs. Its full of healthy foods like bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, and rice noodles, so its a filling and healthy meal.

Ingredients:

• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, sliced
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 3 star anise
• 4 cloves
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 8 ounces rice noodles
• 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cups bok choy, chopped
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• Sriracha or chili sauce, to taste

Instructions:

In a large pot, combine vegetable broth, onion, garlic, ginger, cinnamon stick, star anise, cloves, soy sauce, and maple syrup

Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld

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

Strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve, discarding the solids

Return the strained broth to the pot and bring it back to a simmer

Add shiitake mushrooms and bok choy to the broth, cooking until tender, about 5 minutes

To serve, divide cooked rice noodles among bowls and ladle the hot broth and vegetables over the noodles

Top each bowl with bean sprouts, cilantro, green onions, and a squeeze of lime juice

Serve with Sriracha or chili sauce on the side for added heat

Enjoy your nourishing vegan pho