Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 8 cups beef broth
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 3 star anise
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 ginger, sliced
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 lb rice noodles
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1 cup Thai basil leaves
- 1 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 2 jalapeno peppers, sliced
- Hoisin sauce and Sriracha sauce, for serving
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Strainer
- Serving bowls
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring beef broth to a boil.
2. Add cinnamon sticks, star anise, onion, and ginger to the pot. Let it simmer for 30 minutes.
3. Strain the broth and discard the solids.
4. Add fish sauce and sugar to the broth and stir well.
5. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions.
6. Divide the cooked noodles into serving bowls.
7. Add thinly sliced beef on top of the noodles.
8. Pour hot broth over the beef and noodles.
9. Serve with bean sprouts, Thai basil leaves, cilantro leaves, lime wedges, and sliced jalapeno peppers on the side.
10. Add Hoisin sauce and Sriracha sauce to taste.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Boiling
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Protein: 30g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Beef sirloin can be substituted with beef brisket or flank steak.
- Thai basil leaves can be substituted with Italian basil leaves.
- Jalapeno peppers can be substituted with serrano peppers.
Variations:
- Pho Ga (Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup) can be made by substituting beef broth with chicken broth and beef sirloin with chicken breast.
- Vegetarian Pho can be made by using vegetable broth and omitting the beef.
Tips and tricks:
- To make the broth clearer, blanch the beef in boiling water for a few minutes before adding it to the broth.
- To make the broth more flavorful, char the onion and ginger slices on an open flame before adding them to the pot.
Storage instructions:
Leftover Pho can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat Pho in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve Pho in individual serving bowls with all the toppings arranged neatly on a platter.
Garnishes:
Bean sprouts, Thai basil leaves, cilantro leaves, lime wedges, and sliced jalapeno peppers.
Pairings:
Vietnamese iced coffee or green tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Spring rolls or banh mi sandwiches.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the broth is too salty, dilute it with water.
- If the broth is not flavorful enough, add more fish sauce and sugar.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the beef to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
- Store leftover Pho in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.
Food history:
Pho is a popular Vietnamese street food that originated in the early 20th century in northern Vietnam.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, sweet, and aromatic.
Serving suggestions:
Serve Pho hot with all the toppings on the side.
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Region: Vietnamese