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Easy Homemade Pho Broth (Vietnamese)

Experience the rich flavors of Vietnam with this Easy Homemade Pho Broth recipe. Savor the aromatic blend of spices, herbs, and slow-simmered ingredients that create a savory and comforting broth ideal for noodle soups. This recipe requires patience, as the flavors need time to develop fully, but the results are rewarding. Suitable for both pho enthusiasts and newcomers to Vietnamese cuisine, this broth brings the vibrant streets of Hanoi to your kitchen. Enjoy the fragrant essence of star anise, cinnamon, and charred aromatics with every spoonful.

Ingredients

  • 2 whole onions, charred
  • 3 whole ginger, charred
  • 2 whole cinnamon sticks
  • 3 whole star anise
  • 1 whole black cardamom pod
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 cups water

Instructions

  1. Char the onions and ginger over an open flame or under a broiler until slightly blackened, then peel off the charred skin.
  2. In a large pot, dry roast the cinnamon sticks, star anise, and black cardamom until they become fragrant.
  3. Add the charred onions, ginger, vegetable broth, and water to the pot and bring everything to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat and allow to simmer uncovered for 2 to 3 hours, letting the flavors meld together.
  5. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve to remove solids. Adjust the flavor with salt and a pinch of sugar, if desired.
  6. The broth is ready to serve or can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for future use.

Keywords: Comfort Food, Winter, Broth, Noodle Soup, Aromatic

Spice Rack: Cinnamon Sticks, Star Anise, Black Cardamom

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