Pho

For the broth:

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 3 shallots, coarsely chopped
• 1 bunch scallion, thinly sliced and white & green parts divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1½” piece fresh ginger
• 6 c chicken broth
• 2 whole Star Anise, toasted
• ½ tsp Clove, toasted
• 3 Cardamom Pods
• 1 cinnamon stick
• Lemon Grass Stalk
• 1 tbsp soy sauce (+/- to taste)
• 1 tbsp fish sauce (+/- to taste)
• ½ Lime, Juiced (+/- to taste)
• ½” chunk yellow rock sugar

For serving:

• 12 oz rice noodle
• Rotisserie Chicken, shredded and/or Shrimp

For garnish:

• Fresh Mint
• Fresh Cilantro
• Scallion, green parts
• Red Onion, thinly sliced
• Fresh lime
• Bean Sprouts
• Shaved Cabbage
• Bok Choy
• Jalapeño, thinly sliced
• Spicy Chili Sauce
• Hoisin Sauce

In a large pot, saute shallot, scallion, garlic and ginger in olive oil. Add broth, Star Anise, clove, cardamom, cinnamon and lemon grass.

Cover with a lid and simmer for 20 minutes. Taste. Adjust seasoning with soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice and sugar.

Optional: Strain broth and return to a simmer before serving with protein, noodles and toppings.

Recipe developed by Chef Anna Rossi @annarossiofficial