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Experience the soul of Vietnam with this aromatic Pho Ga. A clear, flavorful broth, tender chicken, and fresh herbs create a symphony of taste.

Pho Ga — Chicken Noodle Soup

Experience the soul of Vietnam with this aromatic Pho Ga. A clear, flavorful broth, tender chicken, and fresh herbs create a symphony of taste.

Total: 2 hrsActive: 30 minDifficulty: MediumYield: 8 servings
East AsianChickenDinner

Key move

Char the ginger and onion properly to unlock their full aromatic potential.

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The Setup

  • Stockpot
    8-quart
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Tongs

The Mise en Place

5 of 16

Your prep station before cooking begins

The Protein (0/2)

1500 gchicken(Whole chicken or bone-in thighs/drumsticks)
2 tspsalt(Or to taste)

The Aromatics (0/2)

1 wholeyellow onion(Unpeeled)
4 inchesginger(Unpeeled)

The Spice Blend (0/3)

Spice bowl
Combine these spices into one bowl before you start.
Combine: star anise, cinnamon stick, cloves
5 wholestar anise

Broth is cloudy.

Ensure you are skimming the broth frequently during simmering to remove impurities.

Broth lacks flavor.

Make sure to char the onion and ginger properly. Also, use high-quality fish sauce.

Chef's Notes

Tip

To get clear broth, skim foam and impurities from the surface regularly as it simmers.

Tip

Toast spices like star anise and cinnamon before adding to the pot for deeper flavor.

Serving

Serve with fresh lime wedges, Thai basil, cilantro, and thinly sliced jalapeños for customizable heat and freshness.

Make Ahead

The broth can be made a day ahead and refrigerated. Reheat gently before assembling the soup.

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