Savor the flavorful taste of traditional Vietnamese Pho Ga soup

Pho Ga is a classic Vietnamese soup made with flavorful broth, tender chicken, fresh herbs, and rice noodles. This recipe will guide you through making this delicious and comforting soup right in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken
• 1 onion, peeled and halved
• 3-inch piece of ginger, sliced
• 4 cloves of garlic, peeled
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 4 star anise
• 4 cloves
• 1 cardamom pod
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 3 tablespoons fish sauce
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 8 oz rice noodles
• Garnishes: bean sprouts, Thai basil, cilantro, lime wedges, sliced chili peppers

Directions

1. In a large pot, add the whole chicken, onion, ginger, garlic, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cloves, cardamom pod, coriander seeds, sugar, fish sauce, and chicken broth.
2. Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
3. Remove the chicken from the broth and shred the meat. Discard the bones and skin.
4. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions.
5. To serve, divide the cooked noodles into bowls, top with shredded chicken, and ladle the hot broth over the noodles and chicken.
6. Garnish the soup with bean sprouts, Thai basil, cilantro, lime wedges, and sliced chili peppers. Enjoy hot!

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