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Easy Beef Pho: Discover the Best Recipe Today!

A simple and delicious recipe for Easy Beef Pho, a traditional Vietnamese noodle soup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound beef sirloin thinly sliced
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 onion halved
  • 1 piece of ginger about 2 inches, sliced
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3 cloves
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 8 ounces rice noodles
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving
  • Sliced jalapeños for serving
  • Bean sprouts for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, combine the beef broth, onion, ginger, star anise, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Let it simmer for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. After 30 minutes, remove the onion, ginger, and spices from the broth. Stir in the fish sauce and soy sauce. Keep the broth warm over low heat.
  3. Meanwhile, cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
  4. To serve, place a portion of the cooked rice noodles in a bowl. Top with the thinly sliced beef sirloin.
  5. Ladle the hot broth over the noodles and beef, allowing the heat to cook the beef slightly.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil, cilantro, lime wedges, sliced jalapeños, and bean sprouts as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute the beef broth with vegetable broth and use tofu or mushrooms instead of beef.
  • Add additional toppings like hoisin sauce or sriracha for extra flavor and heat.

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