Vietnamese Beef Pho Noodle Soup

Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 4

Warm your soul with the rich and aromatic flavors of Vietnamese Beef Pho Noodle Soup! 🍜✨ This iconic Vietnamese dish features tender slices of beef in a fragrant broth, paired with silky rice noodles and fresh herbs. Perfect for any day when you’re craving a comforting, wholesome meal with a hint of Southeast Asian flair. 🇻🇳💛

Ingredients For Vietnamese Beef Pho Noodle Soup

✨For the Broth:

☑8 cups beef broth

☑1 large onion, halved

☑1 3-inch piece of ginger, sliced

☑4 star anise

☑1 cinnamon stick

☑4 cloves

☑1 tablespoon🥄 fish sauce

☑1 tablespoon🥄 soy sauce

☑1 teaspoon🥄 sugar

✨For the Noodles and Beef:

☑8 oz (225g) rice noodles

☑1/2 lb (225g) thinly sliced beef (sirloin or ribeye)

✨For Garnish:

☑Fresh bean sprouts

☑Fresh cilantro and Thai basil

☑Sliced green onions

☑Lime wedges

☑Sliced chili peppers (optional)

☑Hoisin sauce and sriracha (optional, for serving)

Cooking Steps For Vietnamese Beef Pho Noodle Soup

• 🥧Prepare the Broth
  Char the onion and ginger over an open flame or in a dry skillet until slightly blackened.
• In a large pot, combine beef broth, charred onion, ginger, star anise, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
  Add fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  🥧Cook the Noodles
  Prepare rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  🥧Assemble the Pho
  Divide the cooked noodles among serving bowls. Top with thinly sliced raw beef.
  Pour the hot broth over the beef to cook it instantly.
  🥧Garnish and Serve
  Garnish with bean sprouts, cilantro, Thai basil, green onions, and lime wedges.
  Serve with hoisin sauce, sriracha, and sliced chilies on the side for customization.

  “Fragrant, flavorful, and soul-warming! 🍲✨Vietnamese Beef Pho Noodle Soup is the ultimate Vietnamese comfort food. Ready to take a delicious journey to Vietnam from your own kitchen?”

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