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Ingredients
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Broth
Noodles and Toppings
Method
Broth Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Clean the chicken under cold running water and place it in a large pot.
- 2
Add Water
Pour 3 liters of water into the pot with the chicken.
- 3
- 4
- 5
Season the Broth
Pour in the fish sauce and add salt to the pot.
- 6
Simmer
Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 1.5 hours or until the chicken is cooked thoroughly.
- 7
- 8
Shred Chicken
Once the chicken is cool enough to handle, shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
Noodle and Topping Preparation
- 9
Cook Rice Noodles
In a separate pot, cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 10
Prepare Toppings
While the noodles are cooking, prepare the toppings: rinse the bean sprouts, wash the fresh herbs, cut lime into wedges, and slice the chili peppers and green onions.
- 11
Assemble the Phở
In a bowl, place a portion of rice noodles, top with shredded chicken, and ladle the hot broth over it. Add bean sprouts, fresh herbs, lime wedges, and sliced chili peppers on the side.
