Vietnamese Caramelized Tofu & Mushroom Pho Broth

Name: Vietnamese Caramelized Tofu & Mushroom Pho Broth
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 200 g extra-firm tofu; 150 g oyster mushrooms; 3 cups vegetable broth; 2 whole star anise; 1 piece cinnamon stick; 1 tbsp fresh ginger; 3 whole garlic cloves; 1 small onion; 2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tsp mushroom powder; 80 g rice noodles; 1.5 tbsp coconut oil; 1 medium shallot; 0.25 cup fresh mint; 0.25 cup fresh cilantro; 0.5 whole lime; 0.25 tsp chili flakes

Prep 15 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 1 · medium

Vegan

Aromatic Vietnamese pho featuring silky pan-seared tofu in a deeply savory star anise-infused broth, topped with crispy shallots, fresh herbs, and chewy rice noodles. A warming, umami-rich dinner that captures authentic street food flavors.

Ingredients

200 g extra-firm tofu
150 g oyster mushrooms
3 cups vegetable broth
Two cups of something delicious
A generous pinch of patience
The secret ingredient
A splash of good olive oil
Fresh herbs, chopped

Instructions

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