Lui's Zucchini & Leek Pho

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large leek, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 1 large zucchini, diced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 lime, juiced

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the leeks and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the ginger, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
2. Add the vegetable broth, mushrooms, and zucchini and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, cilantro, and green onions and simmer for 5 more minutes.
4. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with lime juice.

Interesting Facts

• Pho (pronounced “fuh”) is a traditional Vietnamese soup made from a flavorful broth, noodles, and meat.
• This vegetarian version of Pho is a great way to enjoy the flavor of the soup without the meat.
• The combination of spices used in this recipe are typically found in Vietnamese cooking and give the soup a unique flavor.