Vietnamese Pho

Ingredients

• •1500 g Beef bones
• •500 g Beef brisket
• •2 large Onion
• •100 g Ginger
• •5 pcs Star anise
• •1 pcs Cinnamon stick
• •60 ml Fish sauce
• •400 g Rice noodles
• •150 g Bean sprouts
• •1 bunch Thai basil
• •2 pcs Lime

Instructions

1. 1

   Char onion and ginger under broiler until blackened. Set aside.

   💡 Charring adds smoky depth to the broth.

2. 2

   Blanch bones in boiling water for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse.

   💡 This removes impurities for a cleaner broth.

3. 3

   Simmer bones, brisket, charred aromatics, and spices for 3-4 hours.

   💡 Low and slow extracts maximum flavor.

4. 4

   Remove brisket when tender. Slice thin against the grain.

   💡 The brisket will be added back to the bowl.

5. 5

   Strain broth. Season with fish sauce and sugar.

   💡 Balance is key - taste and adjust.

6. 6

   Cook noodles. Assemble bowls with noodles, broth, meat, and garnishes.

   💡 Fresh herbs and lime are essential - don't skip them.