Pho ga soup –Today, I’m excited to share with you a delightful recipe for Authentic Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup, also known as Pho Ga. This comforting dish is perfect for any day of the week and is packed with fresh flavors that will transport you straight to Vietnam. Let’s dive in!
Authentic Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup (Pho Ga)
This Pho Ga recipe is a wonderful combination of fragrant spices and tender chicken, served over rice noodles. It’s a warm bowl of goodness that is surprisingly simple to prepare.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs), cleaned
- 1 onion, halved
- 3 slices of fresh ginger
- 3-4 star anise pods
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3-4 cloves
- 2-3 sprigs of cilantro
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- Salt to taste
- 8 oz of rice noodles
- Green onions, chopped
- Fresh basil leaves
- Bean sprouts
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- In a large pot, add the whole chicken, onion, and ginger. Cover with water and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer. Skim off any foam that accumulates on the surface.
- Add the star anise, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool. Strain the broth to remove the spices and aromatics.
- Once the chicken is cool enough to handle, shred the meat and discard the bones and skin.
- Return the strained broth to the pot, add fish sauce, and salt to taste. Bring back to a gentle simmer.
- Prepare the rice noodles according to package instructions.
- To serve, divide the cooked noodles into bowls, then top with shredded chicken, green onions, bean sprouts, and fresh basil.
- Pour the hot broth over the filling, and garnish with lime wedges and cilantro.
Enjoy your homemade Pho Ga with family and friends! It’s a dish that’s sure to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds.