Vietnamese Pho Ga Recipe

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: egg noodles

Zucchini noodles reduce carbs while egg noodles are often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a gluten-free alternative, while salt is a basic substitute.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians, while pork is often cheaper.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley offers a similar fresh flavor, while green onions are more affordable.

Prepare the chicken by boiling it in water until cooked through, about 20-30 minutes.

Remove the chicken and let it cool, then shred the meat.

In the same pot, add onion, ginger, star anise, cinnamon stick, and cloves to the broth.

Simmer the broth for 30-45 minutes to develop flavors.

Strain the broth to remove solid spices and return it to the pot.

Add fish sauce to the broth for seasoning.

Cook rice noodles according to package instructions until tender.

Divide the cooked noodles among serving bowls.

Ladle the hot broth over the noodles in each bowl.

Top with shredded chicken, green onions, cilantro, and basil.

Serve with lime wedges, bean sprouts, jalapeño slices, and sriracha on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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