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Delicious Beef Meatball Pho Recipe

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Beef Meatball Pho
26
Jun

Pho Bo Vien, or beef meatball pho, is a popular Vietnamese dish that features flavorful beef broth, tender beef meatballs, and a variety of aromatic herbs and spices. This comforting and hearty noodle soup is a favorite among pho enthusiasts. In this recipe, we’ll guide you through the process of making delicious beef meatball pho right in your own kitchen. Let’s get started!

Ingredients:

For the beef meatballs:

  • 500g ground beef
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

For the broth:

  • 2 liters beef broth
  • 1 onion, halved
  • 4-5 slices of ginger
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 3 star anise
  • 3 cloves
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Salt, to taste

For serving:

  • 200g rice noodles, cooked according to package instructions
  • Fresh herbs (Thai basil, cilantro, mint)
  • Bean sprouts
  • Lime wedges
  • Sliced chili peppers (optional)
  • Hoisin sauce and Sriracha sauce (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the beef meatballs:
    • In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, chopped shallots, fish sauce, sugar, black pepper, salt, cornstarch, and vegetable oil.
    • Mix everything together until well combined.
    • Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 2-3 cm in diameter. Set aside.
  2. Make the broth:
    • In a large pot, add the beef broth, onion halves, ginger slices, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and cloves.
    • Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
    • Remove the spices and onion from the broth.
  3. Cook the beef meatballs:
    • Bring the broth back to a gentle boil.
    • Carefully drop the meatballs into the boiling broth.
    • Cook the meatballs for about 10-12 minutes or until they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
    • Remove the cooked meatballs from the broth and set them aside.
  4. Season the broth:
    • Add fish sauce, sugar, and salt to the broth.
    • Taste and adjust the seasonings according to your preference.
  5. Assemble the beef meatball pho:
    • Place a portion of cooked rice noodles into each serving bowl.
    • Add a few beef meatballs on top of the noodles.
    • Ladle the hot broth over the noodles and meatballs.
  6. Serve and garnish:
    • Serve the beef meatball pho hot.
    • Serve with a plate of fresh herbs, bean sprouts, lime wedges, sliced chili peppers (if desired), and condiments like hoisin sauce and Sriracha sauce.
    • Allow everyone to garnish their pho bowls according to their taste.

Enjoy your delicious homemade beef meatball pho, filled with flavorful broth, tender meatballs, and aromatic herbs. It’s a satisfying and comforting dish that

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