Chicken Pho (PhoGa) the little sister of famousBeef Pho, equally delicious but much easier to make!
I call it the Vietnamese version of homemadechicken noodle soupmade from scratch.
Except dare I say it so much more exciting!
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That specialsomething-somethingthat makes it unforgettable, and you just cant stop eating it.
This magical Pho soup broth is made the traditional Vietnamese way, using chicken pieces and infused with spices.
Using store bought stock just isnt the same!
Onion and ginger these are aromatics that are charred first to add a hint of smokiness to the broth.
A traditional and mandatory inclusion!
Most people dont realise it because its subtle!
Chicken Pho Toppings
Pho is a dish that is the sum of its parts.
It wouldnt be Pho if you didnt have the toppings especially fresh herbs, a signature of Vietnamese food!
Thai Basil is the Asian version of standard Italian basil.
It has a similar flavour with the addition of a subtle aniseed flavour.
Though calledThaiBasil, its used across South East Asia.
Dont worry if you dont have ALL the herbs.
At least 2 of 3, and you still have a near authentic experience.
If you’re free to only get one, make it coriander!
How to make Chicken Pho from scratch
Heres how to make it.
Little more than a plonk-and-simmer job!
So char them well!
See how erase the soup broth is?
(And if only you couldsmellit…. those spices!
Chicken Pho making tips
I really wasnt exaggerating when I said that Chicken Pho is straightforward.
So I dont actually have many tips to share!
But here are a few:
Char well Burn that onion and ginger well!
Burn, baby, burn youwantthat flavour in your broth!
Beansprouts are also a watery vegetable.
How to eat Pho the traditional Vietnamese way!
Really, theres no rules.
Also, it really is totally fine forsomesauce to end up in the broth.
Then pick up the bowl and drink every last drop of that beautiful broth!
More Vietnamese recipes
That was a lot more writing than I anticipated…..
I hope I didnt put you off, thinking that its an overly complicated recipe because its NOT!
It does take time, but its really just a plonk-and-simmer job.
And its certainlyeasier thanBeef Phowhich calls for hunting down specific types of recommended beef bones.
I really hope you are inspired to try this Chicken Pho, its truly incredible!
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