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Chicken Pho Recipe

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Chicken Pho (Pho Ga) – the little sister of famous Beef Pho, equally delicious but much easier to make! I call it the Vietnamese version of homemade chicken noodle soup made from scratch. Except – dare I say it – so much more exciting!

chicken pho recipe

Vietnamese Chicken Pho soup (Pho Ga)

chicken pho recipe

Recipe video above. Chicken Pho (Pho Ga) – the little sister of famous Beef Pho, equally delicious but much easier to make! I call it the Vietnamese version of homemade chicken noodle soup made from scratch. Except – dare I say it – so much more exciting!You won’t use all the chicken, but it’s infused with lovely flavour so there’s loads of uses – see Note 7.

Prep: 10min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 501 kcal, Carbohydrate 87 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Sodium 1486 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 9 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp oil (, vegetable or canola (or other plain oil))
  • 2 onions (, halved (skin on fine))
  • 5cm/ 2″ piece of ginger (, sliced 0.75cm / 1/3″ thick (unpeeled))
  • 2 litres / 2 quarts water
  • 1.5 kg / 3 lb chicken thighs, bone in skin on ((Note 1))
  • 1 small bunch coriander/cilantro ((Note 2))
  • 5 star anise pods ((was short in photo & video!))
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4 cloves
  • 2 tsp fennel seeds
  • 2 tsp coriander seeds
  • 8 tsp fish sauce
  • 6 tsp white sugar
  • 3/4 tsp salt ((Cooking/kosher salt, or 1/2 tsp table salt))
  • 360g / 13 oz dried rice noodles (, thin flat (or 600g fresh))
  • 2 green onions stems (, finely sliced)
  • 3 cups bean sprouts ((Note 3))
  • 1 small bunch EACH Thai Basil, min, coriander/cilantro ((Note 4))
  • 2 limes (, cut into 4 wedges)
  • Hoisin sauce
  • Sriracha
  • Red chillies (, finely sliced (optional))

Instruction:

  1. Shred chicken meat, discard bones and skin. (Note 6 Leftover Chicken ideas)
  2. Pile on Toppings of choice, add a squeeze of lime into the broth. Consume immediately!

Chicken Pho – from scratch (it’s EASY!)

FAQ

What are the secret ingredients in pho?

Sa sung—dried peanut worms—have been described as the secret ingredient of great pho.

What gives pho its distinct flavor?

Outside of the meat, the basic flavors of pho are pretty simple: charred onions and ginger (or a bit of sweetness, smoky depth, and pungency), star anise, cinnamon, cloves, and occasionally other spices (for aroma), fish sauce (for salt and its savory umami qualities), sugar (for sweetness, duh), and a slew of stir-in …

Is chicken pho broth good for you?

Rich in calcium, iron, and phosphorus, the ingredients in a bowl of pho are essential for maintaining healthy dentin and tooth enamel, and some advocates claim it can even aid in the remineralization of teeth.

Is pho better with chicken or beef broth?

Beef pho is the epitome of pho. It’s the only pho that gives you all the goodness of pho, the fragrance, the taste, and the multitude of beef protein choices that you can customize with.

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  4. Beef Soup Recipes
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Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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