How to make beef pho?

Soak the rice noodles in water for about 20 minutes, then cook in boiling water until soft, but not mushy, about 5 minutes. Slice the frozen beef paper thin. The meat must be thin enough to cook instantly. Place some noodles into each bowl, and top with a few raw beef slices. Ladle boiling broth over the beef and noodles in the bowl. read more

True pho broth is a long-simmered affair, combining chicken or beef bones (or both!) with aromatics like onions and ginger to make a deeply rich, deeply savory broth. Making a great broth is a process that takes hours — sometimes days. read more

The most popular version, made with beef (pho bo) is thus a relatively recent addition to the rich culinary landscape, but a wildly popular one. Though the dish originated in the northern city of Hanoi, these days the whole of Vietnam runs on pho, usually eating it for breakfast, or as a late-night snack. read more