Jul 14 2026

Pho Recipe

Inspired by M Thai Restaurant
Time2h
Serves4

With thin rice noodles, bean sprouts, Thai basil, white onion, in a chicken broth.

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Ingredients

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Broth

Noodles and Toppings

Method

Broth Preparation

  1. 1

    Roast the Aromatics

    Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the ginger and onion on a baking sheet and roast for about 15-20 minutes until slightly charred.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Broth

    In a large pot, add the roasted ginger and onion, chicken carcasses, water, star anise, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface.

  3. 3

    Simmer the Broth

    Let the broth simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours. After simmering, strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve to remove solids. Return the clear broth to the pot.

  4. 4

    Season the Broth

    Stir in fish sauce and salt to taste. Keep the broth warm on low heat.

Noodle and Topping Preparation

  1. 5

    Cook the Rice Noodles

    In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Add the rice noodles and cook according to package instructions (usually about 4-5 minutes). Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

  2. 6

    Prepare Toppings

    While the noodles are cooking, rinse the bean sprouts under cold water. Chop the green onions and cut the lime into wedges.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Serve the Pho

    In a bowl, place a serving of rice noodles. Pour hot broth over the noodles. Top with bean sprouts, Thai basil, and green onions. Squeeze lime juice over the top to enhance flavor. Enjoy your homemade Pho!

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