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Pho Noodle

A warm, aromatic soup that combines rich flavors, fresh herbs, and tender noodles, ideal for a heartwarming meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups beef or chicken broth
  • 1 onion halved
  • 1 ginger root sliced
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 8 ounces rice noodles
  • 1 lime cut into wedges
  • Fresh herbs basil, cilantro, mint
  • Sliced chili peppers optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Strainer or sieve
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Ladle
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Start by heating your large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the broth, onion, ginger, star anise, and cinnamon stick.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 1 hour.
  4. After simmering, strain the broth using a sieve to remove solids.
  5. Return the strained broth to the pot.
  6. Stir in fish sauce and sugar to balance the flavors, adjusting to taste.
  7. Prepare the rice noodles according to package instructions.
  8. In serving bowls, place a portion of noodles.
  9. Ladle the hot broth over the noodles.
  10. Add a handful of fresh herbs, lime wedges, and sliced chili peppers if using.
  11. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Use quality broth for the best flavor; homemade is ideal. Always use fresh herbs for garnishing.