Ingredients
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For the Pho Broth:
- 8 cups beef broth
- 1 large onion, halved
- 4-inch piece of ginger, sliced
- 3 star anise pods
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 5 cloves
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt to taste
For the Grilled Steak:
- 1 lb flank steak
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Eggrolls:
- 1 cup ground pork
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 10 eggroll wrappers
- Vegetable oil for frying
For Assembly:
- 1 package rice noodles
- Fresh herbs: basil, cilantro, mint
- Bean sprouts
- Lime wedges
- Sliced chili peppers
- Hoisin sauce and Sriracha
Instructions
1. Make That Broth
- Start by dry roasting the onion and ginger in a large pot until they’re slightly charred – this brings out the depth of flavor.
- Add beef broth, star anise, cinnamon, cloves, fish sauce, and sugar to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for an hour. Strain and season with salt to taste.
2. Grill That Steak
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and oil. Let the flank steak marinate in this for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side until it’s cooked to your preferred doneness. Rest the steak, then slice thinly against the grain.
3. Roll Those Eggrolls
- Combine ground pork, shredded carrots, cabbage, mushrooms, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl for your filling.
- Place the filling in the eggroll wrappers, roll tightly, and seal the edges with water.
- Heat oil in a pan and fry the eggrolls until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
4. Build That Bowl
- Cook the rice noodles as per package instructions. Divide the noodles into bowls.
- Pour the steaming hot pho broth over the noodles, top with slices of grilled steak, fresh herbs, and bean sprouts. Serve with hoisin sauce, Sriracha, and lime wedges.
- Don’t forget to plate those crispy eggrolls on the side!
Notes
- Broth Enhancements: If you’re looking for a deeper, richer broth, add roasted beef bones or a splash of soy sauce. For extra heat, toss in some sliced jalapeños or chili flakes.
- Meat Swaps: Not into beef? Feel free to swap the grilled steak for chicken, shrimp, or tofu. All of them pair beautifully with the pho broth.
- Vegetarian Option: You can make a killer veggie version of this dish. Swap the beef broth for a rich vegetable stock, use tofu instead of steak, and load up on fresh veggies like mushrooms, bok choy, and spinach.
- Eggroll Alternatives: If you want to lighten things up, opt for fresh spring rolls instead of fried eggrolls. They’re just as satisfying, with that extra crunch from fresh veggies.
Nutrition
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1520mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg