Vietnamese-Style Tofu & Vegetable Pho
Vietnam · Plant-based · No. 251

Vietnamese-Style Tofu & Vegetable Pho

A single portion of Vietnamese cooking, ready in 24 minutes with 9 minutes of prep. Vegan, and written for one, so there is nothing to halve.

Prep
9 min
Cook
15 min
Total
24 min
Serves
1
Vegan

Method

  1. 1

    Simmer the vegetable stock with the star anise, cinnamon stick, ginger and garlic for 8–10 minutes to infuse, then stir in the soy sauce.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, cook the rice noodles according to the packet instructions and drain.

  3. 3

    Pan-fry the tofu cubes in a little oil for 4–5 minutes until golden on the outside.

  4. 4

    Strain the spices out of the stock (or leave them in for extra flavour) and bring it back to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Divide the noodles and beansprouts into a bowl, pour over the hot broth, and top with the tofu, sliced chilli and herbs.

  6. 6

    Season to taste, then serve with a lime wedge.

Use up the rest

Cooking this for one leaves 250 g beansprouts, 160 g firm tofu and ½ lime. These recipes finish them off, so plan one later in the same week.

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