Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
60 min
Total Time
80 min
Ingredients
Equipment
- 8-quart stockpot
- Fine mesh strainerAlternative: Cheesecloth
- Large bowl for serving
★ = Essential
Instructions
Char Yellow onion and Ginger over open flame or under broiler until blackened in spots.
Charring aromatics✓ Checkpoint: Onions and ginger have dark charred spots but are not fully burntAdd Bone-in chicken thighs, charred aromatics, star anise, cinnamon, and 3 liters water to pot. Bring to boil then simmer gently.
Simmering broth✓ Checkpoint: Broth is clear with golden color and rich aromaCook Rice noodles in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse.
Cooking noodles✓ Checkpoint: Noodles are soft but still have slight chew
Nutrition
(per serving)
480
Calories
38g
Protein
52g
Carbs
12g
Fat
2g
Fiber
Storage
Refrigerator: 3 days
Freezer: 2 months
Store broth and noodles separately. Reheat broth gently on stovetop.
Reheating: Add fresh herbs after reheating to preserve brightness.
Variations
- Spicy Pho Ga: Add sliced Thai chili and chili oil to each bowl
- Extra Herb Version: Double the fresh herbs and add sawtooth coriander
- Mushroom Pho Ga: Replace half the chicken with shiitake mushrooms
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