Shrimp Pho Noodle Soup Recipe
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Ingredients
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Broth
Noodles and Shrimp
Garnishes
Method
Broth Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Broth
In a large pot, combine the water and chicken broth. Add the star anise, cinnamon stick, cloves, ginger, and halved onion.
- 2
Simmer the Broth
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 30 minutes. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface.
- 3
Season the Broth
After simmering, add fish sauce, sugar, and salt to the broth. Stir well and allow to simmer for another 10 minutes.
Noodles and Shrimp Preparation
- 4
Cook the Noodles
While the broth is simmering, prepare the noodles according to package instructions. If using rice noodles, soak them in hot water for about 10-15 minutes until softened. If using glass noodles, cook them in boiling water for 4-5 minutes.
- 5
Cook the Shrimp
In the last 5 minutes of the broth simmering, add the shrimp to the pot. Cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
Serving the Pho
- 6
Assemble the Pho
In a bowl, place a portion of the cooked noodles. Ladle the hot broth with shrimp over the noodles.
- 7
Add Garnishes
Top with fresh basil leaves, bean sprouts, lime wedges, sliced jalapeño, and sliced green onions to taste.