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1. Ingredients for Hanoi-style chicken pho (serving 4)

2. Chicken Pho Recipe

Savor the aroma and richness of homemade chicken pho, perfect for treating your whole family. Have you tried making chicken pho yet? Discover the recipe for authentic Hanoi-style chicken pho in the article below!

Delicious pho is all about the harmonious combination of spices with flavorful chicken broth, and the method is surprisingly simple. Join the PasGo Team to learn the secrets of cooking fragrant and tasty chicken pho like a true Hanoian!

Writer Vu Bang once wrote: 'On a leisurely autumn morning, with a slightly cool breeze, enjoying a bowl of chicken pho with fresh herbs, crunchy sprouts, while contemplating, chicken pho has its own distinct flavor, quite different from beef pho. The first thing people notice is that chicken pho is lighter than beef pho'. Indeed, chicken pho is known as a famous dish from ancient Hanoi.

Chicken pho is renowned as a famous dish from ancient Hanoi.

1. Ingredients for Hanoi-style chicken pho (serving 4)

- Local chicken: 1 (choose a hen weighing around 1.2kg-1.5kg or substitute with chicken thighs, chicken breasts are also suitable)

- Ginger: 1 bulb

- Dried shallots: 4-5 bulbs

- Onion: 1 bulb

- Coriander seeds: 2-3 teaspoons (or you can use coriander root)

- Fish sauce, soup powder, sugar, MSG

- Pho noodles

- Scallions, cilantro, lime leaves

- Lime, chili, ground pepper (or chili sauce)

Pro tip: For a sweeter broth, you can also add chicken or pork bones.

2. Chicken Pho Recipe

Step 1: Preparation

- Clean the chicken thoroughly (or you can ask the seller to do it for you).

- Slice the white part of the scallions finely, and chop the green part.

- Cilantro: finely chopped one part, leave one part whole.

- Thinly slice lime leaves (optional, use according to preference)

Step 2: Execution

- Clean the prepared chicken thoroughly, place it in a pot of cold water to cook thoroughly. Add a bit of soup powder to make the chicken meat richer in flavor. When the chicken is cooked, remove it and let it cool.

Note: To keep the broth clear, simmer the water over low heat, partially cover the pot, avoid stirring and skimming.

- Clean and roast dried shallots and ginger until fragrant, quarter the onion, roast coriander seeds (or cut coriander root into 5cm pieces from the base, wash thoroughly for a more gentle aroma). Wrap all these aromatic spices in a clean cloth and add to the pot of broth. Continue to boil the broth over the fire, when boiling, reduce the heat to simmer gently.

- Separate the chicken meat and shred it finely, set aside on a plate. As for the bones + head, neck, and feet of the chicken, put them in the broth to simmer thoroughly.

How to make delicious chicken pho

Pro Tip: For a broth serving 4-5 people, you only need the boiled chicken bones + head, neck, and feet of the chicken, which will yield a sweet broth. For a higher quality broth, you can add pork bones (remember to blanch the pork bones first before adding them to the broth for clarity). If you can find pre-boiled chicken bones at the market, you can use those for simmering the broth.

- Let the simmering chicken broth cook gently over low heat for 30 minutes to 1 hour to extract the sweetness from the bones, the fragrance from the onions and ginger. There will be a thin layer of chicken fat foam on top because local chickens have less fat. If you prefer a richer broth, you can add chicken fat to the pot.

- Season with fish sauce, salt, and MSG to taste, add a little sugar to soften the broth (use good quality fish sauce).

- Dip the pho noodles quickly in boiling water using a sieve, drain off excess water, then place in a bowl. Arrange the shredded chicken on top, sprinkle with chopped scallions, pour the hot broth into the bowl, add lime leaves for aroma. The broth should also be boiling vigorously on the stove. Serve with lime, chili, and pepper according to taste.

Juicy and tender chicken meat, rich and creamy.

When cooking delicious Hanoi-style chicken pho, the key lies in the broth. A good chicken pho broth should be clear, flavorful, and fragrant. The chicken used for making pho should be tender, free-range chicken with smooth golden skin. The pho noodles should be soft but not mushy, not too firm. Only when all these elements come together can you create a perfect bowl of chicken pho.

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Having spent 11 years in operation, Quan An Ngon has won the hearts of diners with its dedication and passion for offering a wide array of exquisite dishes from all regions of Vietnam: from soft rice cakes, steamed rice rolls, rolled cakes, vermicelli, steamed rice cakes, pillow cakes, noodle soup, grilled pork with vermicelli, crab noodle soup,... to famous Hanoi snacks such as Thanh Tri steamed rice rolls, La Vong grilled fish cake, Mơ tofu, West Lake shrimp cakes, village-style sour fermented pork,...

Nestled at a renowned intersection in Hanoi with Pho Kiem, Nam Ngu Chicken Pho, ... Quan An Ngon on Phan Boi Chau Street is housed in the elegant space of a century-old French colonial villa once owned by a famous Hanoian doctor. The visionary entrepreneur, with a profound love for Hanoi, painstakingly preserved its timeless elegance, transforming this place into a bridge connecting the past with the present, allowing people to reconnect with their roots amidst the hustle and bustle of modernity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key ingredients for making Hanoi-style chicken pho?

The key ingredients for Hanoi-style chicken pho include local chicken, ginger, dried shallots, onion, coriander seeds, fish sauce, pho noodles, scallions, cilantro, lime leaves, and optional chicken or pork bones for a sweeter broth.

How do you achieve a clear and flavorful chicken pho broth?

To achieve a clear and flavorful broth, simmer the chicken over low heat without stirring, roast the shallots and ginger for aroma, and season with fish sauce, salt, MSG, and sugar.

What makes chicken pho different from beef pho?

Chicken pho has a lighter flavor compared to beef pho. It is made with chicken broth, which is less fatty and has a distinct taste, often enhanced by fresh herbs and lime leaves.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of a whole chicken for pho?

Yes, you can use chicken thighs instead of a whole chicken when making pho. Chicken thighs provide a rich flavor and are a suitable substitute, especially if you prefer less fat in the broth.

What are some pro tips for enhancing the flavor of chicken pho broth?

For a richer flavor, add chicken or pork bones to the broth. Roasting spices like shallots, ginger, and coriander seeds, as well as simmering gently, also helps intensify the taste.

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