Phở Gà (Traditional Chicken Pho)

Nguyên liệu

• Chicken carcass or bones2 lbs
• Whole chicken1 (3-4 lbs)
• Yellow onion1 large
• Ginger4-inch piece
• Star anise5-6 pods
• Cinnamon stick1 large
• Cloves5-6
• Coriander seeds1 tbsp
• Fish sauce1/4 cup
• Rock sugar1 tbsp
• Saltto taste
• Black pepperto taste
• Water4 quarts
• Dried flat rice noodles (Banh Pho)1 lb
• Fresh cilantro1 bunch
• Green onions1 bunch
• Thai basil1 bunch
• Bean sprouts1 cup
• Lime wedges4

Các bước

1. 1

   Rinse chicken carcass and whole chicken. Blanch chicken carcass in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain and rinse. Blanch whole chicken for 2 minutes, then drain and rinse.

2. 2

   Char the onion and ginger: grill or broil until blackened and fragrant. Peel off the charred skin.

3. 3

   Toast star anise, cinnamon stick, cloves, and coriander seeds in a dry pan until fragrant.

4. 4

   Combine chicken carcass, blanched whole chicken, charred onion, charred ginger, toasted spices, fish sauce, and rock sugar in a large stockpot. Add water.

5. 5

   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Skim off any scum that rises to the surface.

6. 6

   Simmer for at least 2-3 hours, or until the broth is deeply flavorful. Remove the whole chicken after about 45 minutes to prevent overcooking; reserve for slicing.

7. 7

   Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Cook rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse.

9. 9

   Slice the reserved cooked chicken thinly.

10. 10

    To serve, place cooked noodles in a large bowl. Ladle hot broth over the noodles. Top with sliced chicken, fresh cilantro, green onions, Thai basil, and bean sprouts. Serve with lime wedges on the side.