Pho Quick
A streamlined Vietnamese soup ready in 20 minutes using store-bought broth and quick-cooking noodles. Fresh herbs and lime brighten the bowls.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Bring broth to a boil in a large pot over high heat, ~5 minutes.
Step 2
Add star anise, cinnamon, and ginger slices. Simmer 3 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3
Stir in fish sauce and taste—adjust salt and fish sauce as needed.
Step 4
Add rice noodles and cook until tender, ~2 minutes (check package time).
Step 5
Divide noodles and broth among four bowls, discarding whole spices if desired.
Step 6
Squeeze fresh lime juice over each bowl and top with basil, cilantro, and mint.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (4-quart or larger)
- wooden spoon
- ladle
- bowl (four serving bowls)
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