Best 2 Spicy Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup Recipes
Spicy Vietnamese beef noodle soup, known as "Bún bò Huế", is a famous Vietnamese dish that combines a rich beef broth, tender beef slices, and a variety of aromatic herbs. Originating from the city of Huế in central Vietnam, this tantalizing soup is a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its complex flavors and spicy kick. The secret to a great Bún bò Huế lies in the preparation of the broth, which is made with slow-simmered beef bones, spices, and herbs, resulting in a deeply flavorful and aromatic base. The addition of tender beef slices, rice noodles, and a vibrant array of herbs, vegetables, and condiments makes this dish a delightful and satisfying meal that is sure to impress.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
SPICY VIETNAMESE BEEF NOODLE SOUP
This recipe is my attempt at the famous Vietnamese spicy beef noodle soup, Pho. Garnish with thinly sliced raw beef tenderloin, basil, mint, cilantro, chili sambal, and fresh lime wedges.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Noodle Soup Recipes
Time 5h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook beef shank, oxtail pieces, and ginger in hot oil, turning occasionally, until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Add star anise, fennel seed, coriander seed, cloves, cinnamon stick, and cardamom pod to the pot and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir water, onion, garlic, white sugar, and bay leaf into beef mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until broth is flavorful and meat is falling off the bone, 5 to 6 hours. Remove meat and reserve. Strain broth into a pot; discard strained spices and vegetables.
- Chop beef shank meat and add to broth in pot; stir in fish sauce and soy sauce. Bring broth to a simmer and reduce heat to low to keep warm.
- Place rice noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Set aside until noodles are softened, about 5 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water.
- Place a handful of bean sprouts in the bottom of a large soup bowl. Top with a large handful of prepared rice noodles and drop a few jalapeno slices over noodles. Ladle beef broth into bowl to cover noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 88.6 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 527.9 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
SPICY VIETNAMESE BEEF AND NOODLE SOUP
Steps:
- Heat peanut oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Sprinkle oxtails with salt and pepper. Add oxtails to pot and brown on all sides, about 20 minutes. Transfer oxtails to large bowl. Add onions and next 6 ingredients to same pot. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes. Return oxtails to pot. Add 12 cups water, beef broth and 3 tablespoons fish sauce. Cover and simmer gently until oxtails are very tender, about 3 hours.
- Using tongs, transfer oxtails to large bowl. Strain broth into another large pot; discard solids. Remove meat from oxtails; discard bones. Add meat to broth.
- Refrigerate overnight. Spoon solid fat off top of soup. Cook noodles in large pot of boiling salted water until tender. Drain; rinse under cold water. Return to same pot. Toss noodles with sesame oil.
- Bring soup to boil. Divide noodles, sprouts and next 6 ingredients among 6 bowls. Ladle soup into bowls. Serve with lime wedges and additional fish sauce.
- *Available at Asian markets and some supermarkets nationwide.
Tips:
- Use a well-balanced broth. The broth is the foundation of the soup, so it's important to use a flavorful and well-balanced one. You can use a store-bought broth or make your own using beef bones, marrow bones, and aromatics like ginger, garlic, and onion.
- Choose the right noodles. Vietnamese beef noodle soup is typically made with rice noodles, which are thin and have a slightly chewy texture. You can also use other types of noodles, such as udon or ramen noodles, but the soup will have a different texture.
- Don't overcrowd the pot. When cooking the noodles, don't overcrowd the pot. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming mushy.
- Add the vegetables at the end. The vegetables should be added to the soup at the end of the cooking process so that they retain their crispness.
- Season to taste. Before serving, taste the soup and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or fish sauce.
Conclusion:
Vietnamese beef noodle soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold day. It's also a great way to use up leftover beef. With its flavorful broth, tender beef, and fresh vegetables, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this Vietnamese beef noodle soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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