Healthy Chicken Pho / Sopa Vietnamita de Pollo
Ingredients
- Chicken broth6 cups
- Chicken breast · skinless
- Rice noodle4 oz
- Garlic · paste2 tbsp
- Onion · chopped⅔ cups
- Saltto taste
- Cinnamon stick1
- Cardamom4–5
- Clove4
- Fennel seed1 ½ tsp
- Lemongrass½ tbsp
- Star anise1
- String
- Jalapeño chili
- Basil
- Red onion
- Scallion
- Cilantro
- Bean sprout
- Bell pepper
- Lime
Instructions
- Put the seasonings in a cheesecloth square and tie it into a pouch.
- Spray a pot with coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and garlic paste and cook until the onion is browned and translucent.
- Add the chicken broth and water and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer, add the spice pouch, cover and cook for at least 30 minutes. Season with sea salt to taste.
- Poach the chicken breast in boiling water for about 6 to 8 minutes, until fully cooked but not overcooked. Remove, let it cool slightly, then shred it.
- Cook the brown rice noodles in boiling water following the package directions, taking care not to overcook. Drain and set aside.
- Divide the noodles and shredded chicken among bowls, pour the hot broth over, and add the garnishes and lime.
Summarized from Fit Men Cook's video. Watch it for the details.
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