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

Ingredients
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Step 1
Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Slice the beef very thin against the grain.
Step 2
Stir the pho paste into boiling water until dissolved, about 1 minute.
Step 3
Add rice noodles and simmer until tender, about 4–5 minutes. Taste and adjust with salt.
Step 4
Slide the beef slices into the hot broth off heat. Let them sit for 30 seconds until just cooked through.
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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