Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.5 l

vegetable stock

1 unit

onion

sliced

500 g

pho noodles

2 tbsp

coriander

300 g

white fish fillets

300 g

basil clams

50 g

field mushrooms

2 tbsp

fresh coriander

chopped

1 unit

black cardamom pod

1 unit

green cardamom pods

1 unit

cinnamon

1 unit

star anise

1 tsp

coriander seed

1 tsp

sea salt

1 tsp

fennel seed

1 unit

clove

Step 1
~5 min

Hard boil shrimp, remove shells.

Step 2
~5 min

Slice cuttlefish and white fish (if using) into small pieces.

Step 3
~5 min

If using basil clams, prepare them.

Step 4
~5 min

Use the water from boiling seafood to create the broth.

Step 5
~5 min

Add chicken bones and halved, fried onion to the broth.

Step 6
~5 min

Add field mushrooms to the broth.

Step 7
~5 min

Add black cardamom, green cardamom pods, cinnamon, star anise, coriander seeds, sea salt, fennel seeds, and cloves to the broth.

Step 8
~5 min

Simmer the broth for 40 minutes.

Step 9
~5 min

Dip pho noodles in boiling water to soften and clean them.

Step 10
~5 min

Place noodles in a deep bowl.

Step 11
~5 min

Ladle broth over the noodles.

Step 12
~5 min

Add the boiled seafood to the bowl.

Step 13
~5 min

Garnish with coriander and onions.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of spices to your preference.

Use fresh seafood for the best flavor.

Garnish with additional herbs, such as mint or cilantro.

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
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Add a side of bean sprouts and chili paste.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Goi Cuon

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

Lunar New Year (Tet)

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Comfort Food
Family Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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