Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place the beef bones on a baking sheet and roast for about 30-40 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned.

Roast the Bones

In a large pot, add the roasted bones and cover with 4 quarts of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer.

Prepare the Broth

Add the halved onion, sliced ginger, star anise, cinnamon stick, and cloves to the pot. Simmer gently for about 3-4 hours, skimming off any foam that rises to the top.

Add Aromatics

After simmering, stir in the fish sauce and salt to taste. Remove from heat and strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids.

Season the Broth

In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Add the rice noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually about 4-6 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.

Cook the Noodles

Thinly slice the beef against the grain. If desired, freeze the beef for about 30 minutes to make slicing easier.

Prepare the Beef

In serving bowls, place a portion of the cooked noodles. Top with raw beef slices. Pour hot broth over the noodles and beef to cook the beef slightly.

Assemble the Pho

Add fresh basil, bean sprouts, lime wedges, sliced jalapeño, and chopped green onions as garnishes.

Garnish

Beef bones (preferably marrow bones)

Water

Onion, halved

Ginger, sliced

Star anise

Cinnamon stick

Cloves

Fish sauce

Salt

Rice noodles (pho noodles)

Thinly sliced beef (such as sirloin or brisket)

Fresh basil leaves

Bean sprouts

Lime, cut into wedges

Jalapeño or Thai chili, sliced

Green onions, chopped

Beef Pho

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Beef Pho Recipe

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