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Beef Pho Recipe

A delicious and aromatic Vietnamese noodle soup made with beef, herbs, and spices.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Broth

  • 2 lbs Beef bones preferably leg and knuckle bones
  • 1 piece Onion halved
  • 1 piece Ginger sliced
  • 5 pieces Star anise
  • 1 stick Cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon Coriander seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Fennel seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 lb Beef brisket thinly sliced

Noodles and Garnishes

  • 1 lb Rice noodles cooked according to package instructions
  • 1 cup Bean sprouts
  • 1 cup Fresh herbs such as cilantro, basil, and mint
  • 1 piece Lime cut into wedges
  • 1 piece Chili pepper sliced

Instructions 

  1. 1. Roast the beef bones, onion, and ginger in the oven at 400°F for 30 minutes.
  2. 2. Transfer the roasted bones, onion, and ginger to a large pot. Add water to cover and bring to a boil. Skim off any foam.
  3. 3. Add star anise, cinnamon, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, salt, and sugar. Simmer for 2 hours.
  4. 4. Strain the broth and return it to the pot. Add the thinly sliced beef brisket and cook until just done.
  5. 5. To serve, place cooked rice noodles in bowls, ladle the hot broth and beef over the noodles, and top with bean sprouts, fresh herbs, lime wedges, and sliced chili pepper.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 1200mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 5mg

Keywords

Beef, Noodle Soup, Pho
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