Vietnamese Chicken Pho – Aromatic Rice Noodle Soup

A high-protein, light Vietnamese classic made with clear chicken broth simmered with charred spices, rice noodles and fresh herbs.

Total
60 min
Servings
2 servings
Difficulty
Medium
Calories · per serving
380 kcal

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Vietnamese Chicken Pho – Aromatic Rice Noodle Soup

In short

Vietnamese Chicken Pho – Aromatic Rice Noodle Soup contains 380 calories per serving: 35 g protein, 42 g carbohydrate and 6 g fat. It takes 60 minutes in total and makes 2 servings.

About this recipe

This Vietnamese chicken pho brings together a clear broth simmered with charred onion and ginger, rice noodles and plenty of fresh herbs. With high protein and low fat, it offers a filling yet light meal.

Method

  1. 1

    Char the onion and ginger directly over a flame or in a dry pan until blackened, then rinse.

  2. 2

    Pour the chicken broth into a pot; add the charred onion, ginger, star anise and cinnamon.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken breast to the broth and simmer for about 20 minutes, then remove and shred.

  4. 4

    Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions and drain.

  5. 5

    Strain the broth, stir in the fish sauce and balance the flavor.

  6. 6

    Divide the noodles among the bowls and top with the shredded chicken.

  7. 7

    Pour the hot broth over the bowls and serve with bean sprouts, fresh herbs and lime.

Tips

  • For a clear broth, don't let it boil; keep it at a gentle simmer only.
  • For more protein, increase the chicken and slightly reduce the noodles.
  • Add the herbs and lime just before serving so they keep their freshness and aroma.

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