Pho Lao (lao-style Beef Soup)
Pho Lao is a traditional Lao-style beef soup that is rich in flavor and comforting to the soul. This aromatic and hearty soup is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cold winter day or a gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef brisket, thinly sliced
- 8 cups beef broth
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 star anise
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 8 oz rice noodles
- Fresh herbs (Thai basil, cilantro, mint) for garnish
- Bean sprouts, lime wedges, and sliced chili for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the beef broth to a boil.
- Add the beef brisket, onion, garlic, cinnamon stick, star anise, and coriander seeds to the pot. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 1.5 hours.
- Remove the beef brisket from the pot and thinly slice it. Set aside.
- Add fish sauce and sugar to the broth, then return the sliced beef brisket to the pot.
- Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions.
- To serve, divide the cooked rice noodles among serving bowls. Ladle the beef and broth over the noodles. Garnish with fresh herbs, bean sprouts, lime wedges, and sliced chili.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 2 hours
- Total time:
- 2 hours
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 30g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large pot Ladle Serving bowls
Tools
Knife Cutting board Potato peeler (for slicing onion)
Serving suggestions
Serve the Pho Lao with a side of fresh herbs, bean sprouts, lime wedges, and sliced chili for added flavor and texture.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, you can roast the onion and garlic before adding them to the broth.
Cost
$20