Embark on a culinary journey with this authentic Vietnamese Chicken Pho (Pho Ga) recipe, a dish renowned for its deeply aromatic broth and comforting qualities. Perfect for a chilly evening or whenever you crave a nourishing, flavorful meal, this recipe breaks down the steps to create a truly restaurant-worthy Pho at home. This Pho Ga is designed for home cooks, focusing on building layers of flavor through gentle simmering and the careful selection of spices. It’s a celebration of Vietnamese cuisine, offering a lighter yet incredibly satisfying alternative to beef Pho, equally beloved and easy to master.

⏱ Time: 10 min
👥 Servings: 4-6
📊 Level: Medium
🥗 10 ingredients
Vietnamese Chicken Pho: Ultimate Comfort Bowl! Chicken Pho: Make authentic Vietnamese Pho Ga with this easy recipe. Simmer a rich, aromatic broth with tender ch

Vietnamese Chicken Pho: Ultimate Comfort Bowl!

Embark on a culinary journey with this authentic Vietnamese Chicken Pho (Pho Ga) recipe, a dish renowned for its deeply aromatic broth and comforting qualities. Perfect for a chilly evening or whenever you crave a nourishing, flavorful meal, this recipe breaks down the steps to create a truly restaurant-worthy Pho at home. This Pho Ga is designed for home cooks, focusing on building layers of flavor through gentle simmering and the careful selection of spices. It’s a celebration of Vietnamese cu
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Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 onions, halved (skin on)
  • 5 cm/ 2″ piece of ginger, sliced 0.75cm / 1/3″ thick (unpeeled)
  • 2 litres / 2 quarts water
  • 1.5 kg / 3 lb chicken thighs, bone in skin on
  • 1 small bunch coriander/cilantro
  • 5 star anise pods
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4 cloves
  • 2 tsp fennel seeds

Method
 

  1. Char onions & ginger: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pot over high heat. Place ginger and onion halves facedown, leave undisturbed for 2 minutes until they blacken. Turn and leave for another 2 minutes.
  2. Add broth ingredients: Put charred onions and ginger into the pot with 2 litres of water, 1.5 kg chicken thighs, coriander bunch, star anise, cinnamon stick, cloves, and fennel seeds. Bring to a simmer.
  3. Gentle simmer: Lower heat to very gentle simmer with lid on, cracked open. Skim off any scum that rises to the surface once or twice during simmering.
  4. Simmer for 1.5 hours. The broth should develop a rich aroma and flavor.
  5. Strain broth: Remove chicken and coriander. Strain broth into a clean pot. You should have about 1.5 liters.
  6. Season broth: Add salt to taste. The broth should be slightly saltier than you prefer.
  7. Shred chicken: Remove chicken meat from bones, discard bones and skin. Shred the meat.
  8. Serve: Keep broth warm. Ladle into bowls over noodles, add shredded chicken, and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

– For an even richer broth, you can add a beef soup bone along with the chicken.
– Charring the onions and ginger is crucial for depth of flavor. Don’t skip this step!
– Skim the broth regularly to ensure a clear, clean-tasting soup.
– Serve with fresh lime wedges, chili, bean sprouts, and fresh herbs for a customizable experience.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.

Pro tips

  • For an even richer broth, you can add a beef soup bone along with the chicken.
  • Charring the onions and ginger is crucial for depth of flavor. Don’t skip this step!
  • Skim the broth regularly to ensure a clear, clean-tasting soup.
  • Serve with fresh lime wedges, chili, bean sprouts, and fresh herbs for a customizable experience.

Enjoy this fragrant and deeply satisfying bowl of Vietnamese Chicken Pho. It’s a taste of tradition that’s surprisingly simple to recreate at home.

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