Pho is a wonderful Vietnamese soup that is staple of this cuisine. Pho literally means noodle, so it is a delicious broth that has a combination of noodles and vegetables and some type of protein. The combination is up to the individual. The garnishes can be set up on the table for each person to add what they want. It’s a lot of fun for a party. Pho is pronounced like a cross between Fa and Fu, a bit like foot with out the t. At least that is how I have heard it.
Broth
10 cups broth (vegetarian or chicken)
4 star anise
1 cinnamon stick
2 whole cloves
4 large slices of ginger
1 small bunch of cilantro
1 onion in slices
3 Tablespoons sugar
salt and pepper to taste
1 package of rice noodles, soaked for 30 min. in cold water.
Garnishes (pick what you like)
Cilantro leaves
mint leaves
basil leaves
finely chopped chiles
hot sauce (Thai or Chinese)
hoisin sauce
bean sprouts
sliced scallions
thinly sliced carrots
lemon wedges
sliced cooked chicken or beef or shrimp
Broth
Crush all of the spices. Add all of the ingredients to a stock pot and simmer, covered for about 30 minutes. Strain the broth to get rid of the spices. Add the noodles and allow the guests to add what ever garnishes they would like. Then cover with the hot broth. Enjoy
I love this soup! Thank you for posting such a good recipe Tia!
I think it’s yummy too!