Quick Faux Pho Recipe

Craving Pho but short on time? This vegetarian twist delivers big on flavor in just 20 minutes! Using chicken or turkey broth (no red meat needed!), this recipe is a flavorful and satisfying weeknight meal. Inspired by a magazine find, this quick and easy faux pho is perfect for busy weeknights.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 329.2 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Faux Pho

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How to Make Quick Faux Pho

  1. In a large pot, combine 6 cups of chicken or turkey broth.
  2. Bring the broth to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes to enhance flavor.
  3. Add 8 ounces of rice noodles to the simmering broth. Reduce heat to medium and cook uncovered for 6-8 minutes, or until noodles are tender, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in 2 cups of fresh spinach and 1/2 cup of fresh basil during the last minute of cooking.
  5. Divide 4 cups of thinly sliced leftover turkey or chicken (or vegetarian alternative) among four serving bowls.
  6. Ladle the hot soup over the turkey/chicken/alternative.
  7. Garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions and a drizzle of chili garlic sauce.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

157 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

8g

Carbs

13g