Description
Vietnamese pho broth simmers with aromatic spices, creating a soul-warming bowl of comfort. Tender chicken, rice noodles, and fresh herbs dance together, inviting you to savor classic Southeast Asian flavors in each delightful spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 rotisserie chicken, thinly sliced or shredded
- 8 ounces (226 grams) flat rice noodles
- 6 cups (1.4 liters) chicken stock
Aromatic Spices and Seasonings:
- 3 star anise
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger or ginger paste
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) low-sodium soy sauce
- 2–3 tablespoons (30–45 milliliters) hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 0.5 tablespoons (7.5 milliliters) sesame oil
Additional Ingredients and Toppings:
- 1 jalapeño pepper, sliced
- Juice from 1 lime
- Lime wedges (optional)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
- Thai basil (optional)
- Bean sprouts (optional)
Instructions
- Ignite aromatic foundations by gently heating sesame oil in a spacious cooking vessel, releasing the essence of star anise, minced garlic, and grated ginger for a brief moment until their fragrance permeates the kitchen.
- Introduce a symphony of liquid ingredients – chicken stock, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, fish sauce, and lime juice – along with sliced jalapeño and tender shredded rotisserie chicken. Allow the mixture to reach a vigorous boil before transforming into a gentle, flavor-melding simmer.
- Simultaneously prepare rice noodles according to package guidance, ensuring they reach a perfect, tender consistency without becoming mushy.
- Create individual serving compositions by distributing the delicate noodles evenly across serving bowls, creating a soft, inviting base.
- Carefully cascade the piping hot, richly developed broth over the noodle foundation, ensuring each bowl receives an equal share of the aromatic liquid.
- Elevate the dish’s visual and flavor profile by artfully adorning each bowl with vibrant garnishes – crisp lime wedges, verdant cilantro leaves, fragrant Thai basil, and crunchy bean sprouts.
- Present the pho with additional accompaniments on the side, inviting diners to personalize their culinary experience with extra herbs, citrus, and textures.
Notes
- Elevate flavor by toasting star anise, garlic, and ginger briefly before adding liquid ingredients to intensify the aromatic base.
- Choose high-quality rotisserie chicken for a quick, tender protein that absorbs the rich, complex broth seamlessly.
- Customize your bowl with fresh herbs and toppings like cilantro, Thai basil, and bean sprouts for added texture and brightness.
- Simmer broth uncovered to allow flavors to concentrate and develop a deeper, more robust taste profile.
- Perfectly cook rice noodles just before serving to maintain their ideal soft yet springy texture.
- Serve immediately for the most authentic and enjoyable pho experience, with extra garnishes on the side for personalization.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg