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Beef Pho Bowl

Aromatic broth base with tender beef, rice noodles, and crisp fresh herbs—no overnight stock required. Just simmer, slice, and serve.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
32g
Beef Pho Bowl
comfortwholesomevietnamesebeeftendersilkySoupweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Slice the beef very thin against the grain.

  2. Step 2

    Stir the pho paste into boiling water until dissolved, about 1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Add rice noodles and simmer until tender, about 4–5 minutes. Taste and adjust with salt.

  4. Step 4

    Slide the beef slices into the hot broth off heat. Let them sit for 30 seconds until just cooked through.

  5. Step 5

    Divide noodles and broth into bowls. Top with beef, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lime.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (3+ quarts)
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife
  • bowls for serving

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