The Best Way to make pho
Hey there! Making pho (pronounced 'fuh') is super fun, and I'll show you how to make it step by step. 🍜
What You'll Need:
- Beef bones (preferably leg and knuckle bones)
- Rice noodles
- Bean sprouts
- Fresh herbs (basil, cilantro)
- Spices: star anise, cinnamon, cloves
- Onion and ginger
- Thin sliced beef
Steps:
- First, parboil the bones (boil for 5 minutes and rinse) to get rid of the gunk
- Put bones back in pot with fresh water
- Add charred onion and ginger (just burn them a bit on the stove first)
- Add your spices in a mesh bag
- Simmer for 6-8 hours (the longer, the better!)
- Cook rice noodles separately
- Assemble your bowl: noodles first, then raw beef slices, then pour hot broth over
- Add toppings like herbs, sprouts, and sauce
Pro tip: The broth is the most important part. Take your time with it!
Time needed: 6-8 hours
Difficulty level: Medium
Serves: 6-8 people