Description
Phở Ga, also known as Vietnamese Chicken Pho Soup, is a comforting and aromatic noodle soup that’s perfect for any time of year. This flavorful broth is infused with a blend of spices and served with tender chicken, fresh herbs, and rice vermicelli noodles.
Ingredients
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Spice Mix
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
- 1 Vietnamese cinnamon stick
- 2 black cardamom pods
- 4 whole cloves
- 10 whole star anise pods
Broth
- 3 large yellow onions, large wedge cut
- 1 daikon (about 16 inches), peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1/2 lb ginger, peeled and sliced vertically
- 1 whole chicken + 1 large chicken breast
- 4 tablespoons chicken bouillon powder
- 6 pieces (95 g) palm sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
- 18 cups (4.5 quarts) water
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
Serve
- 1-2 packages pho rice vermicelli noodles, preferably fresh
- Cilantro, diced
- Green onion, diced
- White onion, thinly sliced
- Thai Basil
- Bean sprouts
- Ngo Gai (culantro)
- Sliced Jalapeños, optional
- Limes, sliced
- Hoisin Sauce
- Sriracha
Instructions
- Aromatics and Spices – Roast the spices and place them in a tea bag. Broil onions, daikon, and ginger until slightly charred.
- Broth – Parboil the chicken, then cook with daikon, onions, ginger, and seasonings. Let sit for 45 minutes, then add spice mix and simmer.
- Serve – Cook noodles, then assemble with broth, sliced chicken, herbs, and toppings. Serve hot with hoisin and sriracha.
Notes
- Pre-made spice kits can be used for convenience.
- Broil aromatics in batches for even charring.
- Parboil the chicken to save time and ensure a clean broth.
- Turn off the heat after 3 minutes of boiling for the chicken.
- Steep the spice mix for a maximum of 45 minutes.
- Add fish sauce and salt to taste at the end.
- Best served immediately but can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 350 calories
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
