Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 2-3
Wake up to the aromatic and soothing flavors of Vietnam with this Vietnamese Pho Breakfast Bowl 🍜✨ A lighter twist on the traditional pho, this breakfast version combines fragrant broth, fresh herbs, and rice noodles to create a comforting start to your day.
Ingredients For Vietnamese Pho Breakfast Bowl
🌟For the Broth:
☑4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
☑1 small onion, thinly sliced
☑2-inch piece of ginger, sliced
☑2 star anise pods
☑1 cinnamon stick
☑1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce for vegetarian)
☑1 teaspoon sugar
🌟For the Bowl:
☑6 oz rice noodles (pre-cooked or soaked)
☑1 cup shredded chicken or tofu (for vegetarian option)
☑1/2 cup bean sprouts
☑1/2 cup fresh herbs (cilantro, basil, mint)
☑1 lime, cut into wedges
🌟For Garnish:
☑Sliced chili peppers (optional, for spice)
☑Hoisin sauce or sriracha
Cooking Steps For Vietnamese Pho Breakfast Bowl
- 🥧Prepare the Broth
- In a large pot, combine the broth, onion, ginger, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse. Add fish sauce (or soy sauce) and sugar, adjusting seasoning to taste.
- 🥧Cook the Noodles
Prepare the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. - 🥧Assemble the Bowl
Divide the rice noodles between bowls. Top with shredded chicken or tofu, bean sprouts, and fresh herbs. - 🥧Pour the Broth
Strain the hot broth to remove the aromatics, then pour it over the noodles and toppings in each bowl. - 🥧Garnish and Serve
Garnish with sliced chili peppers, a squeeze of lime, and a drizzle of hoisin sauce or sriracha for extra flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy!“Light, fragrant, and full of flavor! 🌟 This Vietnamese Pho Breakfast Bowl is the perfect way to start your morning with a comforting and nutritious meal.”
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