What People Love About This Recipe
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"The broth is so aromatic"
Star anise and cinnamon create authentic flavor
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"Fresh herbs make all the difference"
Thai basil and cilantro are essential
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"Perfect for cold days"
Warming and comforting
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"Better than restaurant pho"
Deeply flavored vegan broth
Recipe Overview
This authentic vegan pho features a rich, aromatic broth infused with star anise, cinnamon, cloves, and charred onions. Served with silky rice noodles, crispy tofu, and an abundance of fresh herbs, bean sprouts, and lime.
Pro Tips from the Comments
- Char the aromatics: "Charring the onions and ginger directly over flame gives amazing depth" - @pholovers
- Toast the spices: "Toasting star anise and cinnamon before simmering intensifies the aroma" - @asianveganfood
- Make broth ahead: "The broth tastes even better the next day after flavors meld" - @mealprepper
Community Reviews & Tips
723 commentsShare Your Experience
As someone who grew up eating pho in Vietnam, I was skeptical about a vegan version. But this recipe blew me away! The charred aromatics and spice combination create such an authentic broth. My whole family loves it, even my non-vegan parents. I add extra mushrooms for more umami.
This has become my weekend ritual! I make a big batch of broth and freeze portions. The key is really charring the onion and ginger until almost black - don't be afraid! It adds incredible smokiness.
Delicious recipe! I added some shiitake mushrooms and used tamari instead of soy sauce to keep it gluten-free. Next time I'll let the broth simmer longer for even more depth.