How do I make a flavorful pho broth for my bread bowl?

Create a mouthwatering broth for your 'Pho in a Bread Bowl'! Our recipe combines aromatic spices, rich bone broth, and a touch of magic for a flavor explosion.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a flavorful Pho Broth for my Bread Bowl. Items include: Beef bones Onion Garlic cloves Ginger Star anise pods Cinnamon sticks Cloves Coriander seeds Fennel seeds Sugar Fish sauce Salt

Beef bones 2 pounds
Onion 1 (quartered)
Garlic cloves 3 (smashed)
Ginger 1 small piece (sliced)
Star anise pods 2
Cinnamon sticks 2
Cloves 4 whole
Coriander seeds 1 tablespoon
Fennel seeds 1 tablespoon
Sugar 1 tablespoon
Fish sauce 2 tablespoons
Salt to taste

Take note
Be careful while handling hot liquids and sharp knives. Make sure to follow proper safety precautions.

1

Gather your ingredients

To make this delicious Pho Broth, you'll need: 2 pounds of beef bones, 1 onion (quartered), 3 cloves of garlic (smashed), 1 small piece of ginger (sliced), 2 star anise pods, 2 cinnamon sticks, 4 whole cloves, 1 tablespoon of coriander seeds, 1 tablespoon of fennel seeds, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, and salt to taste.

2

Roast the bones

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the beef bones on a baking sheet and roast them for about 30 minutes until they turn golden brown. This step adds depth and flavor to your broth.

3

Prepare the broth

In a large pot, add the roasted bones, onion, garlic, ginger, star anise, cinnamon sticks, cloves, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, and sugar. Fill the pot with water, enough to cover all the ingredients. Bring it to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to extract all the flavors from the bones and spices.

4

Skim off impurities

While the broth is simmering, you may notice impurities rising to the surface. Use a ladle or a fine-mesh strainer to skim off any foam or particles that float on top. This will help clarify the broth and ensure a clean, clear flavor.

5

Season your broth

Once the broth has simmered to perfection, remove the bones and strain the broth using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth. Return the broth to the pot and season it with fish sauce and salt to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference. Your Pho Broth is now ready to blow your taste buds away!