Best 3 Vietnamese Beef And Rice Noodle Soup Pho Recipes

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Pho, the iconic Vietnamese beef noodle soup, is a delectable symphony of flavors that has captivated taste buds worldwide. Its rich broth, aromatic spices, tender beef, and slippery rice noodles come together to create a dish that is both comforting and exhilarating. Pho is not just a meal; it's a cultural touchstone, a culinary embodiment of Vietnam's history, resilience, and unwavering love for food. In this article, we will embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of making the best Vietnamese beef and rice noodle soup pho. We will explore the intricacies of broth preparation, the selection of the perfect cut of beef, and the art of balancing flavors with fresh herbs and spices. So, let's dive into the world of pho and uncover the secrets of this beloved Vietnamese delicacy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VIETNAMESE BEEF AND RICE NOODLE SOUP (PHO)



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If you've ever eaten Vietnamese food and not had this, you have been missing out. Very good and pretty healthy. I'm sure someone from Vietnam could critique this to death. I've had lots of Vietnamese food and this tastes pretty authentic.

Provided by Kevin Young

Categories     Meat

Time 9h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 lbs oxtails
2 gallons water
4 inches ginger
2 onions
1/2 cup nuoc nam (fish sauce)
10 whole star anise
5 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick ("1-4 inch")
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
2 tablespoons salt
4 bay leaves
1 lb rice noodles (preferably "1/4 inch")
1 bunch scallion, sliced
1 bunch cilantro
1 bunch basil leaves
1 bunch mint leaf
1 thinly sliced onion
4 cups bean sprouts
2 limes, cut into wedges
1 lb filet mignon or 1 lb top sirloin steak, sliced very thinly
hoisin sauce
sriracha sauce (hot chile sauce)

Steps:

  • Place the oxtails in a large stockpot and add the water.
  • Bring the water to a full boil, then reduce heat and bring water to a simmer.
  • Scrape any scum off the top of the water and discard.
  • Cut the onion in half and peel off the outer portion.
  • Place on a baking sheet along with the ginger and broil in the over about 20 minutes, making sure not to blacken it.
  • Turn over halfway through.
  • Allow to cool.
  • Place the star anise, cloves, cinnamon, and fennel seeds in a piece of cheesecloth and tie it shut with twine.
  • Add the spice pack, onion halves, ginger, bay leaves, salt, and fish sauce to the broth.
  • Allow the broth to simmer at least 5-6 hours (to your taste) uncovered.
  • Remove the spice pack, onions, ginger, and bay leaves and discard.
  • Remove the oxtails and set them aside.
  • When cool enough to handle, remove the meat and trim of any remaining fat.
  • Set the meat aside and return the bones to the broth.
  • Allow the broth to simmer another hour or two until you achieve the desired taste then remove the bones.
  • You may adjust the salt, but you don't want it too salty.
  • Soak the rice noodles in COLD water 15-20 minutes, while starting a large pot of water boiling.
  • While the noodles are soaking, place the cilantro, basil leaves, mint leaves, sliced onions, sliced scallions, and bean sprouts on a serving platter.
  • After the noodles have soaked, place them in the boiling water and allow to cook until tender, but don't let them get mushy.
  • It should only take a couple minutes.
  • Rinse the noodles in cold water if not serving immediately.
  • When ready to eat (you can do this earlier, like when you're boiling the water for the noodles) return the broth to a rolling boil.
  • Place the noodles in a serving bowl and arrange the sliced meat (leftover oxtail meat if desired) over them.
  • Ladle the boiling broth over the noodles and beef, making sure to cover the meat.
  • Serve and allow each person to place the desired amount of garnish from the platter, hoisin sauce, and sriracha in their own bowl to taste.

VIETNAMESE RICE NOODLE SOUP WITH BEEF AND FRESH HERBS (PHO)



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Make and share this Vietnamese Rice Noodle Soup With Beef and Fresh Herbs (Pho) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Epi Curious

Categories     Stocks

Time 40m

Yield 2 soups, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

white onion, sliced thin (1 medium onion)
4 garlic cloves (sliced thin)
1 tablespoon ginger (fresh, about a 2-3 inch piece, peeled and thin sliced)
6 whole cloves
1 whole star anise, bruised (or 1/2 teaspoon anise seeds)
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
56 ounces chicken broth
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons asian fish sauce (nam pla or nuoc nam)
6 -8 ounces linguine-style rice noodles
6 -8 ounces top round steaks, sliced extremely thin (chicken breast can be substituted)
10 sprigs coriander, fresh
6 -8 sprigs Thai basil (or other fresh basil)
2 serrano chilies, thin sliced (or jalapenos)
1 cup bean sprouts (generous handful)
1 lime, cut into wedges
hoisin sauce
hot sauce

Steps:

  • Position an oven rack 4 to 6 inches from the broiler and preheat. Double a very large piece of heavy foil. Scatter the onion, garlic, ginger, cloves, anise and 5 grinds of pepper on the foil. Broil for 5 minutes, turning the pieces once. You want the onion to have some toasted edges and the spices should be fragrant. Scrape everything into a 6-quart pot. Be sure to get all the anise seed if that's what you used.
  • Add the broth, sugar and fish sauce and bring to a gentle bubble. Cover tightly and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, put the rice noodles in a large bowl and cover them with very hot tap water. (To keep them hot, cover the bowl with a plate.) Soak the noodles for 10 to 15 minutes or until they are tender but with a little more firmness than you want. Stir a few times. When they are ready, drain and rinse well with cold water. Divide the noodles between two large soup bowls.
  • While the broth is simmering and the noodles are soaking, arranging the table salad on a platter and set out the sauces.
  • To serve, divide the beef between the soup bowls. Ladle the bubbling broth into the bowls. Top each serving with selections from the table salad.

PHO BAC (NORTHERN VIETNAMESE STYLE BEEF AND RICE NOODLE SOUP)



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Make and share this Pho Bac (Northern Vietnamese Style Beef and Rice Noodle Soup) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 3h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 large shallots, unpeeled
1 piece ginger, unpeeled (4 inches)
1 teaspoon fennel seed
5 star anise
1 stick cinnamon (3 inches)
1 pod black cardamom pod, crushed
5 lbs beef, leg bones cut into 3 inch pieces (grass-fed beef bones preferred)
1 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck, trimmed cut into 4 inch x 2 inch x 1 1/2 inch thick pieces
6 quarts cold water
1/2 ounce dried scallops
2 tablespoons kosher salt, plus more
1/4 cup fish sauce
8 scallions, green parts thinly sliced white parts left whole
1 1/2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
2 serrano chilies, stemmed thinly sliced crosswise
2 lbs small flat rice noodles
8 ounces beef sirloin, cut across grain into 1/2 inch thick slices
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced soaked in cold water for 30 minutes
1/3 cup cilantro leaf
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Arrange a rack 4 inches from broiler and heat. Put shallots and ginger on an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet and broil, turning often, until blackened (15-20 minutes) and let cool.
  • Scrape peels off shallots and ginger. Halve ginger lengthwise, press each piece with the side of a knife to flatten, and set aside with shallots.
  • Heat fennel seeds, star anise, cinnamon, and cardamom in a small skillet over medium heat and toast, swirling pan, until fragrant (3 minutes). Transfer spices to a small bowl and set aside.
  • Place bones in a 12 qt pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and rinse bones. Clean pot and return bones to pot along with reserved shallots and ginger, beef and cold water.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and add reserved toasted spices, scallops and 2 tbsp salt. Cook, skimming surface, until beef is tender (1 1/2 hours).
  • Using tongs, transfer beef to a bowl of ice water and cool for 10 minutes. Drain beef and thinly slice crosswise. Transfer to a plate, cover and refrigerate.
  • Continue cooking broth for 1 1/2 hours more. Remove from heat and pour through a cheesecloth-lined fine strainer set over a clean 6 qt pot. Discard solids and skim fat from surface. Stir in fish sauce and scallion whites and keep hot.
  • Combine vinegar and chiles in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Pour boiling water over noodles in a medium bowl and let soak until al dente (10 minutes). Rinse noodles in cold water, drain and divide between 8 serving bowls.
  • Top each with chilled, cooked beef and raw sirloin. Top beef with onions, then scallion greens and cilantro. Season with pepper and then ladle broth over each serving, placing one white scallion piece in each bowl.
  • Serve with chiles on the side.

Tips:

  • Choose the right beef. For a flavorful broth, use a beef bone with marrow, such as beef shank or oxtail. For the meat, flank steak, brisket, or chuck roast are good options.
  • Simmer the broth for a long time. The longer the broth simmers, the more flavorful it will be. Aim for at least 2 hours, but 4 hours or more is even better.
  • Add aromatics to the broth. Aromatics, such as ginger, garlic, onion, and star anise, add depth of flavor to the broth. Be sure to toast the spices before adding them to the pot.
  • Use fresh rice noodles. Fresh rice noodles have a better texture and flavor than dried rice noodles. If you can't find fresh rice noodles, you can use dried rice noodles, but be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Assemble the pho just before serving. This will help keep the noodles from getting soggy. To assemble the pho, place the noodles in a bowl, top with the beef, broth, and vegetables, and garnish with herbs and lime wedges.

Conclusion:

Pho is a delicious and flavorful Vietnamese soup that is easy to make at home. With a little planning and effort, you can create a pho that is just as good as the pho you would find in a restaurant. So next time you're craving a bowl of pho, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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