Pho Bac (Northern Vietnamese Style Beef and Rice Noodle Soup)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 0
Pho Bac: A traditional and hearty Vietnamese beef and rice noodle soup
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Prep

30 min

Cook

6 hours

Ready In

6 hours 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 large shallots , unpeeled
1 piece ginger , unpeeled
1 teaspoon fennel seed
5 star anise
1 stick cinnamon
1 pod black cardamom pod , crushed
5 lbs beef , leg bones cut into 3 inch pieces ( grass-fed beef bones preferred )
1 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck , trimmed cut into 4 inch x 2 inch x 1 1/2 inch thick pieces
6 quarts cold water
1/2 ounce dried scallops
2 tablespoons kosher salt , plus more
1/4 cup fish sauce
8 scallions , green parts thinly sliced white parts left whole
1 1/2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
2 serrano chilies , stemmed thinly sliced crosswise
2 lbs small flat rice noodles
8 ounces beef sirloin , cut across grain into 1/2 inch thick slices
1 medium yellow onion , thinly sliced soaked in cold water for 30 minutes
1/3 cup cilantro leaf
fresh ground black pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
587
Sugar
5g
Fat
27g
Pho Bac is a traditional Vietnamese dish that originated in the northern region of the country. It is a beef and rice noodle soup that has become popular around the world. It is typically served with a side plate of herbs such as mint, cilantro, and Thai basil, as well as sauces such as hoisin and sriracha. The soup is meant to be a hearty and filling meal, and is often served for breakfast or lunch. It is a staple of Vietnamese cuisine, and is an important part of the country's food culture.

Instructions

1.Preheat broiler to high. Line a baking sheet with foil.
2.Place shallots and ginger on prepared baking sheet and broil until charred, about 12 minutes.
3.In a dry skillet, toast fennel seed, star anise, cinnamon, and black cardamom, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Crush toasted spices with a mortar and pestle.
4.Meanwhile, in a large stockpot, combine beef bones, chuck, water, and dried scallops. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer and skim any foam that forms.
5.Add the charred shallots and ginger, toasted spices, 2 tablespoons salt, fish sauce, and scallion whites to the pot. Simmer for at least 6 hours or overnight.
6.Strain broth through a fine-mesh sieve into another large pot and discard solids. Skim any fat from the surface of the broth.
7.In a small bowl, mix together rice vinegar and serrano chilies.
8.Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and cook rice noodles according to package instructions, usually 1-4 minutes.
9.Divide cooked noodles, beef slices, and charred yellow onion evenly among 8 bowls. Pour hot broth over and top with scallion greens, cilantro, and black pepper. Serve hot with the rice vinegar and serrano chilies mixture.

PROS

Pho Bac is a flavorful and hearty soup that is perfect for cold weather.

It is packed with aromatics and spices, making it a great comfort food to warm you up.

It can be customized to individual taste preferences, with different herb and sauce options.

CONS

The recipe takes a long time to make, as the broth must be simmered for at least 6 hours.

It can be difficult to find some of the more unique ingredients, such as black cardamom and dried scallops.

It is a high-calorie dish, and portion control is important when consuming it frequently.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pho Bac has several health benefits, including its high protein content and the presence of collagen from the beef bones.
The aromatics and spices used in the recipe also have anti-inflammatory properties and can aid in digestion.
The rice noodles used in the recipe are gluten-free and low in fat.

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