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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
40 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Vegetarian dishes are increasingly favored by many families for their lightness, nutritional completeness, and incredible appeal, rivaling that of meat dishes. Today, let’s join TasteVN in the kitchen and learn how to make delicious vegetarian beef noodle soup, perfect for a warm breakfast with your family!
Ingredients for Vegetarian Beef Noodle Soup Serves 5
Dried noodles 200 gr Straw mushrooms 200 gr (whole buds) Fried tofu 2 pieces Carrots 2 roots Cassava 3 roots (jicama) Shallots 100 gr (about 10 bulbs) Bird’s eye chili a little Soy sauce 2 tablespoons Annatto oil 2 tablespoons Rock sugar 5 gr (about 1 small piece) Curry powder 1 tablespoon Vegetarian seasoning 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 6 tablespoons Fresh herbs for garnish a little (coriander/basil/Asian greens/chives/sprouts) Salt/sugar a little
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose delicious chewy noodles
- You can buy either fresh pho noodles or dry noodles for preparation.
- When choosing fresh noodles, look for those that have a fragrant rice flour smell, are chewy and soft, and have a certain elasticity when you pull them.
- Avoid noodles that are crumbled, broken, moldy, or have unusual colors and smells.
- For dry noodles, make sure to check the origin, ingredients, and expiration date printed on the packaging.
- It’s best to buy noodles from local markets, supermarkets, or reputable e-commerce sites to ensure the quality of the noodles.
How to choose fresh straw mushrooms
- When buying straw mushrooms, observe and choose those that are dark in color, intact, round, and still in bud form, with a distinct aroma.
- Do not choose mushrooms that have opened and expanded. Avoid mushrooms that are white, have an unpleasant smell, or are bruised.
How to choose fresh carrots
- Fresh carrots will have a bright, deep orange color, with fresh green tops firmly attached to the root.
- When you press on the carrot with your hand, you should feel that the body is firm, not soft and mushy.
- When buying, choose those of moderate size, straight and elongated towards the tail, with a smooth skin.
- Avoid carrots that have wilted or bruised tops, damaged bodies, are slimy, or have dark spots.
How to prepare Vegetarian Beef Stew Noodles
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Blanch the noodles
Put a pot of water on the stove and bring it to a boil, then add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and stir well.
Next, add the noodles and blanch them over medium heat for about 3 – 5 minutes until the noodles are soft, then remove them to a basket.
Tip: Add a little cooking oil to the water used for blanching the noodles to make them shiny and prevent them from sticking together.
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Prepare the other ingredients
For straw mushrooms, clean the stems, then soak them in salt water or rice wash for about 10 minutes, then remove and rinse well, and drain. Use a knife to cut the mushrooms in half or quarters depending on their size.
How to properly prepare straw mushrooms- Do not wash straw mushrooms too thoroughly, as they will absorb water and not taste good.
- Soak and rinse straw mushrooms in water mixed with a little cornstarch or soak them in rice wash; do not soak in salt water as this will make the mushrooms spongy and unappetizing.
See details: Simple and proper way to prepare straw mushrooms
Fried tofu, when bought, you rinse it briefly with water and then use a knife to cut it into small, bite-sized pieces.
Shallots are peeled clean, take about 4 – 5 large bulbs and slice them, the remaining part is crushed and minced.
Peel the cassava, wash it clean, and then cut it into strips.
Peel the carrot, wash it clean with water. Take 1 carrot to carve into flowers and then cut it into thin slices, the remaining carrot is cut in half to be used for making the broth.
Accompanying vegetables such as culantro, cilantro, chives, basil, and mung bean sprouts should be soaked in diluted salt water for about 10 minutes, then rinsed and drained.
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Cook the vegetable broth
Place a pot on the stove, add about 1.5 – 2 liters of water, and bring it to a boil.
When the water starts to boil, add the whole carrot and the sliced cassava. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes to 1 hour to make the broth sweet and clear.
Next, strain the broth through a strainer to remove all the solid parts of the carrot and cassava.
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Stir-frying mushrooms and tofu
Place a pan on the stove, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and heat it up, then add the minced shallots and sauté until fragrant.
When the shallots are aromatic, add the straw mushrooms and stir-fry over medium heat for about 5 – 7 minutes until the mushrooms are cooked.
Next, add the tofu and gently stir for about 1 – 2 minutes.
Add 1/2 tablespoon of vegetarian seasoning, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of curry powder to the pan, then stir well and continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes to let the ingredients absorb the seasoning.
Tip: When adding the tofu to the pan, be sure to stir gently to avoid breaking the tofu.
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Vegetarian Beef Stew
Add 1 piece of rock sugar (about 5g) to the pot of vegetable broth, then pour in the sautéed mushrooms and tofu. Turn on medium heat and bring the water in the pot to a boil.
When the water starts to boil, reduce the heat, then add 1/2 tablespoon of salt, 1/2 tablespoon of vegetarian seasoning, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and 2 tablespoons of annatto oil, stirring well to dissolve all the seasonings.
Finally, add the carved carrots into the pot, continue to cook until the water in the pot boils again, then season to taste before turning off the heat.
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Completion
Place a pan on the stove, add 3 tablespoons of cooking oil and heat it up, then add the sliced shallots to the pan and fry until golden brown and fragrant, then remove them and let them drain from the oil.
How to fry shallots crispy and delicious:
- You should use an aluminum pan to keep the temperature stable while frying the shallots, helping them to be crisp and evenly golden.
- Using salt helps the shallots to become crispy quickly, stabilizes the temperature of the shallots, and adding a little flour makes the shallots thicker and keeps them whole without breaking during frying.
- You should only fry until the shallots just turn golden and release their fragrance, then remove them immediately, as the temperature of the oil will continue to cook the shallots and make them crispier.
- Avoid frying until the shallots are completely golden, as this can cause them to burn.
- To make the shallots crispier, you should fry them in small batches.
See details: How to make crispy fried shallots simply at home
Arrange the rice noodles in a bowl, add bean sprouts, chives, and a little fried shallots on top, then pour the broth over it, use scissors to cut a little cilantro, basil, and chili on top, then garnish to make it look beautiful to complete.
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Final Product
With just a few simple steps, you can have a steaming bowl of vegetarian beef noodle soup that is fragrant and delicious. The dish captivates diners with its sweet and light broth, topped with chewy straw mushrooms, rich and crispy tofu, served with fresh herbs. What are you waiting for? Get into the kitchen and make it right away!
Tips for Successful Preparation:
- If you use this dish for breakfast, you can prepare and marinate the ingredients the night before and store them in the refrigerator. When ready to eat, just stir-fry and it’s good to go.
- To enhance the flavor of the dish, you can serve it with a little chili sauce or lime pepper salt.
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Finally, we have completed the super delicious and attractive vegetarian beef noodle soup. TasteVN wishes you success with this recipe and to cook many delicious and nutritious vegetarian dishes for your whole family.
*Refer to the images and recipe from the YouTube channel Huỳnh Phương Món ngon tại nhà
