Vietnamese Style Soup Recipe
A hearty and aromatic soup made in the traditional Vietnamese style.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the chicken breast and cook until fully cooked through, about 15-20 minutes. Remove the chicken, shred it, and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Build the Soup Base
Add the bruised lemongrass and fish sauce to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth again and bring it to a simmer.
- 4
Cook the Noodles
Add the rice noodles to the pot and cook according to package instructions until tender, about 4-6 minutes.
- 5
Combine and Serve
Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir in the chopped cilantro and sliced green onions. Serve hot with lime wedges and sliced chili peppers on the side.





