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Light Hanoi Pho with Fresh Herbs

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Experience the heart of Vietnamese cuisine with this delightful bowl of Hanoi pho! This aromatic broth, infused with traditional spices, paired with vibrant fresh herbs, brings the streets of Hanoi right to your kitchen. Feel free to customize your toppings and garnishes according to your taste—there are no strict rules here, just deliciousness waiting to happen!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Asia
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g beef brisket, thinly sliced
  • 150 g rice noodles (banh pho)
  • 1.5 L beef broth
  • 1 large onion, halved
  • 5 slices of ginger
  • 3 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4 tsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • to taste Salt
  • Fresh basil leaves optional
  • Bean sprouts optional
  • Lime wedges optional
  • Fresh chili slices optional
  • Spring onions, chopped optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Chef's knife
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Strainer

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, bring the beef broth to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Add the halved onion, ginger slices, star anise, cinnamon stick, fish sauce, and sugar. Stir gently and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  3. While the broth simmers, prepare the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside in a mixing bowl.
  4. Strain the broth into a separate pot, discarding the solids, and return the liquid to the heat. Season with salt to taste.
  5. In serving bowls, place a portion of the cooked rice noodles.
  6. Top with the thinly sliced beef brisket, then carefully ladle the steaming hot broth over the meat and noodles until submerged. The heat will cook the beef to a tender texture.
  7. Serve immediately with fresh herbs, bean sprouts, lime wedges, chili slices, and chopped spring onions on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 6gSodium: 755mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Feel free to switch up the protein in this pho! Chicken or tofu works beautifully if you're looking for alternatives. Experiment with various fresh herbs to personalize your dish or use up what you have available.
For storage, keep the broth and noodles separate to retain their textures—reheat gently on the stove for the best results.
Enjoy each bowl as a canvas for your creativity!

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