Phở Đặc Biệt (Beef Specialty Phở)
Aromatic Vietnamese beef noodle soup with rich broth, tender beef brisket, and fresh herb garnish. Built in layers for maximum flavor and texture in under 45 minutes.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 34g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Cut onion in half; slice ginger lengthwise into two thick pieces.
Step 2
Toast star anise, cinnamon, and coriander seeds in a dry pot over medium heat.
Step 3
Add beef broth, onion, and ginger to the pot.
Step 4
Bring broth to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
Step 5
Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to infuse spices and aromatics.
Step 6
Stir in fish sauce and taste; adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 7
Bring a separate pot of water to boil for noodles.
Step 8
Add rice noodles to boiling water and cook per package directions.
Step 9
Drain noodles in a colander and rinse with cool water.
Step 10
Slice beef brisket as thin as possible against the grain.
Step 11
Strain broth through a fine mesh strainer; discard solids.
Step 12
Divide noodles between two large soup bowls.
Step 13
Arrange sliced beef over noodles in each bowl.
Step 14
Ladle hot broth over beef and noodles until bowls are full.
Step 15
Top each bowl with Thai basil and mint leaves.
Step 16
Serve with lime wedges and sriracha on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (6-quart or bigger)
- separate pot for noodles
- fine mesh strainer
- colander
- sharp knife
- cutting board
- two large soup bowls
- ladle
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