Bánh Phở

Bánh Phở is a delightful Kosher Vietnamese pasta dish featuring flat rice noodles served in a savory broth with fresh herbs and vegetables. This dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a comforting meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Rice noodles - 200 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Mushrooms (shiitake or oyster) - 100 grams, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Zucchini - 1 small, julienned
• Tofu - 150 grams, firm, cubed
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh basil leaves - 1/2 cup, torn
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until tender, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat and add the sliced mushrooms. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
3. Add the julienned carrot and zucchini to the pot, stirring occasionally for another 3-4 minutes.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth, and add the soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
5. Add the cubed tofu to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. In bowls, place a portion of the cooked rice noodles, and ladle the hot broth and vegetables over the noodles.
7. Garnish with fresh basil and cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu.
• High in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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