Today I am sharing something with you that just might change your life!
I cornered Amy to ask her how to make it and really sounded like an all day thing to make it truly authentic, (chicken hearts may or may not be involved). I knew instantly that I had to make some for myself. I’ve been tinkering with trying to get a bunch of flavor into the broth in a short period of time since I really don’t want to be at the stove all day to make soup. I am happy with this result, but now I want to taste Amy’s again so I can compare and adjust. One of these days I am going to spend some time in her kitchen!My 11 year old son went crazy over this – he ate a giant bowlful 2 days in a row. My husband also loves it – minus the Cilantro…both him and our daughter detest the taste of even 1 leaf. The little one says all she can taste is soap – just like her daddy! I personally think both the Cilantro and the lime added at the end are what help make this soup so magical!
PS: Thank you, thank you, thank you Amy for both introducing me to this incredible aoup which inspired to me figure out how to make my own Easy Chicken Pho and for the big bowl of leftover Pho you sent me home with…sigh…a food memory I will treasure always!
If you love soup as much as I do…check out these favorites of mine:
Sweet Potato Bisque with Cinnamon & Sugar Crumble Garlicky Tortellini soup with Spinach – My FAVORITE!
Chicken Pot Pie Soup with Mini Jalapeno & Scallion Biscuits (my son’s fav) Oven Roasted Creamy Tomato Soup with Bacon & Avocados
Or for a ton of soup recipes…check out my Soup Board on Pinterest , it will have you running for a pot & ingredients!
ginger,
Bean Thread Noodles or rice noodles
ginger, sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, Tabasco, sesame oi, carrots and if you have it a
chicken carcass, wings, skin legs…whatever you have. Bring your stock to a boil, and then reduce
heat to medium-low. Allow the flavors to
develop by simmering for 20 minutes. Remove stock from heat, allow it to sit for
20 minutes, then strain the stock into a large bowl, pressing on your solids to
get every bit of flavor you can. If you are adding slice mushrooms, add them now to th broth.
noodles in large bowl , cover with hot water AND Soak for 5 minutes. Drain noodles and set them aside.
and add in your shredded chicken, cook for 5 minutes. Add in the lime juice and turn off the heat. Fill your bowl(s) with the amount of noodles
you would like (I like the bowl ¾ full of noodles) then ladle in the soup. Top each bowl with cilantro leaves and serve.
Colleen’s Notes: I recommend either using a leftover chicken carcass or buying a rotisserie chicken for this – just take what meat you need for the soup, find a use for the rest and use the skin, bones and wings for the stock – it makes the broth so very rich!Amy’s Pho did not have mushrooms, however if you enjoy mushrooms feel free to add some sliced shiitakes to your soup. I opted to add a few pinches of truffle salt and we totally enjoyed the result.
Enjoy!!
Deanna - Teaspoon of Spice says
How lucky that you have a Vietnamese neighbor to be your "pho guide"! I fell in love with Vietnamese food when I lived in Boston (dang, that was 20 years ago I"m just realizing..!!)
sb15admin says
I can not believe it took me till now to experience Pho for the first time!! Know of any good Vietnamese restaurants locally?
lovinangels says
Crap. And NOW I have to run to the store. Thanks for that!
Asha Shivakumar says
When I came to America, I was introduced to so much variety in food and Pho was something I fell in love with. They have some really good place s int he Bay. Thanks for reminding me of Pho, will have some this weekend.
ginabad says
Nice! And gluten free if you use the right sauces and fresh broth. Very delicious looking 🙂
Carrie says
Oh man. I want to try this immediately! Pinning, for sure!
sb15admin says
I seriously think I could live on this (and shrimp and good bread & butter)!
Heather says
Wow, that looks good. I was just sitting her "trying on" the correct pronunciation and now my 2 yr old is running around going Fuh! Fuh!…guess it is time to try it, eh?
sb15admin says
I just laughed out loud! Hilarious!!
Carrie says
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! I'm gluten free now and ALWAYS looking for new recipes to try.
Heather says
I love Pho. I cannot wait to make it.
sb15admin says
Let me know what you think!
Jo-Lynne {Musings of a Housewife} says
Interesting! I, too, have been wondering what this Pho is (I thought you pronounced it "fo" – long o. LOL!!! I have never had it but now I am curious.
sb15admin says
Jo-Lynne I am becoming obsessed!! I have yet to try a beef version – only chicken & seafood. However I just can not imagine anything being better than the chicken…sigh…True love!
Savannah McQueen says
This recipe looks healthy, simple and delicious. I found you through the tastykitchen and I featured Chicken Pho in the Scratchin on the Web section of my post today. Thanks for sharing!
sb15admin says
Welcome & thanks Savannah (lurve TK)! I am actually simmering some broth now on the stove for more Pho tomorrow….Yummalicious!!
Anonymous says
I love Pho. I think it is the best soup i have ever eaten. My girlfriend & i have a special restaurant we go to. But they had a fire in the kitchen & am still waiting for them to reopen. Been to others but that one seems to be more authentic tasting.
sb15admin says
I agree with you – a bowl of Pho is just so comforting and delicious! Hope your "place" reopens soon!
Anonymous says
My boyfriend and I recently just discovered Pho and I fell in love. Luckily there is a wonderful restaurant very close to seeing as I used it as my chicken noodle soup replacement when I had the flu and it turned out to be the best hangover food after New Year's Eve. The place we go uses sriracha sauce and the plate served with it has bean sprouts, jalapenos and lime. Just a few suggestions 🙂 And the cilantro part made me laugh out loud. Both my boyfriend and I ask them to hold it. Very excited to try to make it at home!
sb15admin says
Great ideas, I use Sriracha in mine from time to time – that's one of the bests parts about making this – everyone can customize their own bowls…Now I need some Pho, lol!
Anonymous says
Where are the mung beans and Thai basil? These are CRITICAL to actual Pho, otherwise you're just making random Vietnamese-inspired soup. That being said, I am saving this recipe, and I hope to make it sometime soon! Thank you!
sb15admin says
Funny enough, the woman who made the first Pho I ever had a few years ago recently moved here from Vietnam – she does not use mung beans (which I was glad for because I am not a fan). She does use a ton of what she calls Vietnamese Lettuce aka Cilantro. I was going for an easy Pho that anyone could whip up at home to enjoy – hope you enjoy making it, customizing it and making it your own 🙂
Anonymous says
I am addicted to Pho. A work friend introduced me to it and I have been hooked ever since! I have to have it at least once a week and have often had it 2-3 times a week. I always have the rare steak though and not the chicken, but I'm sure that the chicken is just as addicting! I'm for sure going to make this recipe – I'll let you know how it turns out!
Eadie says
I just tried this recipie and it was delicious!!
sb15admin says
Wonderful to hear that!! Thanks for letting me know!
Christina @ It's a Keeper says
I love Pho and this recipe looks super easy! I can't wait to try it!
Jenny says
Hello, this looks super, but I'm just wondering how many it serves? Thanks!
sb15admin says
Hi & Thanks! This will sever 4 adults each a nice sized bowl.
Brittany says
I made this dish tonight w/ kale and it was AMAZING! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Colleen (Souffle Bombay) says
Thanks for letting me know! Mmmm Kale!
Heather says
That looks so good. Do you deliver take out?
Hilary says
Oh that looks and sounds so warm and toasty. I love your hug analogy.
Natalie says
I must must have my pho with bean sprouts and jalapeños! This recipe is spot on! And simple and delicious! Love love love it!