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Beef Pho Soup Recipe

Beef Pho Soup Recipe: Fragrant and Savory

Classic Beef Pho Soup with fragrant, savory broth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Broth:
  • 2 lbs beef bones
  • 1 lb beef brisket
  • 1 large onion halved
  • 4- inch piece fresh ginger halved
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 star anise
  • 4 cloves
  • 1 tbsp coriander seeds
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 6 cups water
  • Pho:
  • 8 oz dried flat rice noodles
  • ½ lb beef sirloin thinly sliced
  • Optional: Cilantro Thai basil, green onions, bean sprouts, lime, jalapeños, hoisin, sriracha
  • Suggested Pairings: Spring rolls iced tea

Instructions
 

  • Boil bones and brisket for 5 minutes; drain and rinse.
  • Broil onion and ginger for 8–10 minutes until charred. Toast spices for 1–2 minutes.
  • Combine bones, brisket, onion, ginger, spices, fish sauce, sugar, salt, and water; simmer for 3 hours. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Slice brisket.
  • Cook noodles; divide among white ceramic bowls with brisket and raw beef. Ladle hot broth over.
  • Garnish with herbs and lime; serve with hoisin, sriracha, spring rolls, and tea.

Notes

  • Parboil bones for a clear broth.
  • Store broth in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for 3 months.
  • Try vegan or chicken variations.
  • Pair with pickled vegetables.