Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Ratings: 5 from 5 votes
Cuisine: ,
Courses: ,
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Calories: 340
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Making beef pho at home can be a rewarding culinary experience. With this recipe and some practice, you'll be able to create a bowl of this iconic Vietnamese dish that rivals those found in restaurants.

Ingredients
  • 14 oz rice noodles
  • 14 oz beef (very thinly sliced)
  • 3 shallots
  • 4 clove garlic (finely chopped)
  • 1 green onions bunch
  • 6 cup chicken broth
  • 2 star anise
  • Fresh ginger (finely chopped)
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 3 whole cloves
    • Garnishes
  • Fresh coriander (finely chopped)
  • Lime wedges
  • Hoisin sauce
  • Fish sauce
  • Green onions
  • Bean sprouts
Instructions
  1. 1

    Heat up the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the shallots, green onions, garlic, and ginger. 

  2. 2

    Add the chicken broth, soy sauce, fish sauce, cinnamon stick, whole cloves, and star anise. Let simmer for 30 minutes. 

  3. 3

    Meanwhile cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and divide the noodles into 4 bowls. Top with the thinly sliced beef. (Make sure your meat is leaf-thin) 

  4. 4

    Strain the broth. Pour it in the bowls while boiling hot. 

  5. 5

    Garnish to taste and serve. 

Tips
  • Choose a good-quality cut of beef, such as sirloin or flank steak, and slice it as thinly as possible. The beef should be tender and flavorful.
  • Before making the broth, toast the spices (cinnamon sticks, star anise, cloves) in a dry skillet for a few minutes. This enhances their flavor making your Beef Pho perfect.
  • Choose fresh or dried rice noodles, and follow the package instructions for cooking. Overcooking can make them mushy.
  • Provide an array of traditional toppings like bean sprouts, Thai basil, lime wedges, and sliced jalapeños. Let everyone customize their bowl.
  • Add Fish Sauce and Hoisin to Taste
  • Serve the beef pho piping hot. Use preheated bowls to keep the soup warm, and consider using a hot plate under the bowl if necessary.
  • Fresh herbs like Thai basil and cilantro add a burst of freshness to the beef pho. Don't skip them!
  • Lime juice adds brightness to the broth. Provide lime wedges for squeezing directly into the bowl.
  • For those who like it spicy, offer Sriracha sauce and chili garlic sauce on the side.
  • Experiment with different condiments like pickled garlic, chili paste, and chili oil to find your preferred flavor profile.
  • Sip the fragrant broth first to savor the depth of flavors before diving into the noodles and beef.
  • Sip the fragrant broth first to savor the depth of flavors before diving into the noodles and beef.
Keywords: beef, pho
Read it online: https://themoderncookbook.com/recipe/easy-homemade-beef-pho/