Vegetarian Pho

Ingredients

• 12 oz Rice noodles (pho style)
• 8 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 large Yellow onion, halved
• 3 inches Fresh ginger, sliced
• 4 whole Star anise
• 1 whole Cinnamon stick
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 14 oz Firm tofu, cubed
• 1 bunch Fresh cilantro and Thai basil
• 1 cup Bean sprouts
• 2 tbsp Hoisin sauce(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Char the onion and ginger over an open flame or under a broiler until blackened in spots to develop deep flavor.

2. 2

   In a large pot, toast the star anise and cinnamon stick for 2 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the vegetable broth, charred onion, ginger, and soy sauce to the pot. Simmer uncovered for at least 30 minutes.

4. 4

   While the broth simmers, prepare the rice noodles according to package instructions and set aside.

5. 5

   Strain the broth to remove the solids and return the liquid to the pot. Season with salt or more soy sauce if needed.

6. 6

   Divide the cooked noodles and tofu cubes into four deep bowls.

7. 7

   Ladle the hot broth over the noodles and tofu.

8. 8

   Serve immediately with fresh herbs, bean sprouts, and hoisin sauce on the side.