Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup

Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup is a classic dish renowned for its rich broth and vibrant ingredients. This comforting soup is a staple in Vietnamese cuisine, with aromatic herbs, tender beef, and rice noodles. The key to a flavorful Pho is in its slow-simmered broth, offering warmth and depth with every taste. Suitable for any meal, Pho is a versatile dish that delights at any time of day with its authentic Vietnamese flavors.

Ingredients

• 2 whole star anise
• 1 whole cinnamon stick
• 3 whole cloves
• 1 inch ginger, sliced
• 1 whole onion, halved
• 4 cups beef broth
• 8 cups water
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 8 oz rice noodles
• 1/2 lb sirloin steak, thinly sliced
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 1 whole lime, cut into wedges
• 1 whole red chili, sliced
• 1 cup basil leaves
• 1 cup cilantro leaves
• 1 cup mint leaves
• 1 cup Thai basil leaves

Instructions

1. In a dry skillet, toast the star anise, cinnamon stick, and cloves over medium heat until fragrant.
2. In a large pot, add the toasted spices, sliced ginger, halved onion, beef broth, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 hours.
3. Strain the broth to remove solids and return it to the pot. Stir in the fish sauce and sugar. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
4. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and divide the noodles among serving bowls.
5. Top each bowl of noodles with thinly sliced sirloin steak and bean sprouts.
6. Pour the hot broth over the noodles and beef in each bowl to cook the beef slightly.
7. Serve the Pho with lime wedges, sliced chili, and fresh herbs such as basil, cilantro, mint, and Thai basil on the side.

Keywords: Noodles, Broth

Spice Rack: Star Anise, Cinnamon Stick, Cloves, Ginger

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