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Beef Pho

A fragrant noodle soup with spiced beef broth, rice noodles, herbs, lime, and thin beef.

Prep25 minutes
Cook1 hour 20 minutes
LevelHard
Serves4
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Beef Pho

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Instructions

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  1. 1

    Simmer broth with ginger, star anise, and spices.

  2. 2

    Cook rice noodles separately.

  3. 3

    Place noodles and raw beef in bowls.

  4. 4

    Ladle hot broth over and serve with herbs and lime.

Cook notes

Tips

Char ginger for a deeper broth.

Slice beef very thin so hot broth cooks it.

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Rice cooker

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