Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 gallon

low-sodium chicken stock

3 unit

bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts

4 unit

chicken wings

5 unit

scallions

cut in half

4 cloves

garlic

2 unit

cinnamon sticks

2 unit

star anise

whole

1 piece

fresh ginger

peeled and cut into coins

0.25 cup

dry shiitake mushrooms

rehydrated and thinly sliced

3 tbsp

fish sauce

3 packages

ramen noodles

just the noodles

1 cup

fresh bean sprouts

1 unit

jalapeno

thinly sliced

2 sprigs

fresh mint

2 sprigs

Thai basil

1 unit

fish sauce

for serving

1 unit

hoisin sauce

for serving

1 unit

Sriracha

for serving

1 unit

Lime wedges

for serving

Step 1
~6 min

In a large pot, combine chicken stock, chicken breasts, chicken wings, scallions, garlic, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and ginger.

Step 2
~6 min

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.

Step 3
~6 min

Remove chicken breasts, let cool, and shred.

Step 4
~6 min

Continue simmering remaining ingredients for 30 minutes.

Step 5
~6 min

Strain the broth to remove solids and spices.

Step 6
~6 min

Add sliced shiitake mushrooms, fish sauce, and ramen noodles to the strained broth.

Step 7
~6 min

Simmer until noodles are al dente, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 8
~6 min

Divide noodles among individual bowls.

Step 9
~6 min

Top with shredded chicken.

Step 10
~6 min

Ladle broth into each bowl.

Step 11
~6 min

Garnish with bean sprouts, jalapenos, fresh mint, and serve with fish sauce, hoisin sauce, Sriracha, and lime wedges.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of fish sauce, hoisin sauce, and Sriracha to your taste.

Garnish with extra herbs for added freshness.

Toast spices for enhanced flavor

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Broth can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Offer condiments like fish sauce, hoisin sauce, and Sriracha on the side.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Vietnamese salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Vietnam

Cultural Significance

Pho is a national dish of Vietnam, often eaten for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Tet (Vietnamese New Year)

Occasion Tags

Cold Weather
Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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