Vegetarian Pho
Ingredients
- 4 cups plant-based pho broth 
- 2 packs (4 oz) rice noodles 
- 1 cup Brussels sprouts (halved) 
- 1 cup mushrooms (sliced) 
- 1 cup red radishes (sliced) 
- 1/4 cup scallions (green onion, chopped) 
- 1 1/2 cups red cabbage (shredded) 
- 1 1/2 cups spinach (fresh) 
- 1 1/2 limes (juice of) 
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar 
- 3 tablespoons tamari 
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut nectar 
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano 
- 2 tablespoons salt 
Method
- Soak the rice noodles: Place the rice noodles in a large bowl filled with cold water and set aside to soak. 
- Prepare the vegetables: Chop the Brussels sprouts in half, wedge the lime, slice the radish, mushrooms, and scallions. 
- Boil water for the noodles: Place a large pot on the stove and bring it to a boil. This will be for the rice noodles. 
- Prepare the broth: Add the pho broth to another large pot. Then, add the rice vinegar, tamari, coconut nectar, juice from half a lime, dried oregano, and salt. Stir and bring to a slight simmer. 
- Cook the Brussels sprouts: Once the broth has come to a slight simmer, add the Brussels sprouts. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let cook for 6 minutes. 
- Cook the rice noodles: By this point, the rice noodles should have softened and started to break apart. Add the soaked rice noodles to the pot of boiling water and cook for 3 minutes. Then, remove from heat, strain, and set aside. 
- Add vegetables to the broth: Add the radish, mushrooms, and scallions to the pho broth. Cover and simmer for 3 minutes. 
- Add cabbage and spinach: After 3 minutes, uncover, stir, and add the red cabbage, spinach, and par-cooked rice noodles. Let cook covered for another 3 minutes. 
- Serve: After 3 minutes, uncover the pot and place the desired amount into a bowl. Serve hot with a wedge of lime on the side. 
- Store leftovers: For storing leftovers, place in a sealable container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. 
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