Lemon-Thyme Infused Vietnamese Pho with Star Anise

Name: Lemon-Thyme Infused Vietnamese Pho with Star Anise
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Beef bones; Onions; Ginger; Garlic; Star anise pods; Cinnamon sticks; Water; Fish sauce; Lemon; Fresh thyme sprigs; Rice noodles; Beef sirloin; Bean sprouts; Fresh basil leaves; Cilantro leaves; Jalapeño; Lime wedges; Hoisin sauce; Sriracha

A fragrant and comforting noodle soup with a citrus twist

Discover the delightful fusion of traditional Vietnamese Pho and aromatic lemon-thyme flavors, perfect for any time of year.

3 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Broth

Beef bones

2 pounds

Onions

2, halved

Ginger

3-inch piece, sliced

Garlic

4 cloves, smashed

Star anise pods

Cinnamon sticks

Water

6 cups

Fish sauce

1 tablespoon

Lemon

zested and juiced

Fresh thyme sprigs

For the Noodle Soup

Rice noodles

8 ounces

Beef sirloin

1 pound, thinly sliced

Bean sprouts

2 cups

Fresh basil leaves

1 cup

Cilantro leaves

1 cup

For Garnish and Accents

Jalapeño

1, thinly sliced

Lime wedges

Hoisin sauce

Sriracha

Preparation

Preparing the Broth

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Roast Ingredients

Place beef bones, onions, and ginger on a baking sheet. Roast for 30 minutes.

Toasting the spices brings out deeper flavors and enhances aroma.

Combine in Pot

Transfer roasted items to a large pot with garlic, star anise, cinnamon sticks, and water.

Infusing with Herbs

Simmer Broth

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 2 hours.

Add Flavors

Add fish sauce, lemon zest, lemon juice, and thyme. Simmer for another 30 minutes.

Strain Broth

Strain the broth to remove solids, and return the clear broth to the pot.

Ensure all bones and solid ingredients are removed to keep the broth clear.

Cooking Process

Cooking the Noodles

Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Preparing the Beef

Arrange beef slices on serving bowls. Pour hot broth over the beef to cook it.

Assembling the Pho

Add cooked noodles, bean sprouts, basil, and cilantro into bowls. Pour the infused broth over top.

Plating & Serving