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Chicken Pho (Phở Gà)

Lighter and quicker than beef pho — a whole chicken simmered gently with charred ginger for a clean, golden broth.

Prep 20 min Cook 90 min Serves 4
Photo of finished Chicken Pho (Phở Gà) pho recipe

Method

  1. 1

    Cover the chicken with cold water in a large pot. Bring to a simmer and skim thoroughly.

  2. 2

    Add charred onion and ginger, toasted spices, fish sauce and rock sugar. Simmer very gently for 60–75 minutes.

  3. 3

    Remove chicken; shred the meat and reserve. Discard skin or use for another dish.

  4. 4

    Strain broth and adjust seasoning with fish sauce and salt.

  5. 5

    Cook rice noodles, portion into bowls with shredded chicken, ladle over hot broth and garnish generously with herbs and scallions.