Heart-Healthy Beef Pho

Savor the comforting warmth of **Heart-Healthy Beef Pho**, a lighter take on the classic Vietnamese noodle soup that doesn't skimp on flavor. Crafted with lean beef sirloin and low-sodium beef broth, this recipe is designed to support both your taste buds and your well-being. The aromatic broth is infused with charred onion, fresh ginger, and a medley of spices, including star anise and cinnamon, for a rich and authentic depth of flavor. Thinly sliced beef is gently cooked by the steaming hot broth, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture, while fresh herbs like cilantro, basil, and mint offer a burst of freshness. Topped with crisp bean sprouts, jalapeño slices, and a squeeze of lime, this dish is a wholesome meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Ready in under an hour, this pho is a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy a heart-healthy, homemade comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Lean beef sirloin
• 2 liters Low-sodium beef broth
• 200 grams Rice noodles
• 1 Large onion
• 30 grams Fresh ginger
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 2 Star anise
• 4 Whole cloves
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 1 Fresh lime
• 100 grams Bean sprouts
• 30 grams Fresh cilantro
• 30 grams Fresh basil
• 20 grams Fresh mint
• 1 Jalapeño pepper
• 3 Green onions
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by charing the onion and ginger to elevate the flavor of your broth. Cut the onion in half, peel the ginger, and cut it into thick slices. Char them over an open flame or in a dry pan until they blacken slightly, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2

In a large pot, add the charred onion and ginger, cinnamon stick, star anise, and cloves. Pour in the low-sodium beef broth and bring to a simmer.

Step 3

While the broth simmers, prepare the beef sirloin. Freeze the beef for 15 minutes to make it easier to slice thinly. Cut the beef into thin slices, approximately 1/8 inch thick, and set aside.

Step 4

Allow the broth to simmer for about 30 minutes, which will ensure all the spices and aromatics infuse well. Strain the broth into another pot, discarding the solids, and return the broth to the stove over low heat.

Step 5

Add the fish sauce, salt, and black pepper to the broth. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 6

Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until just tender. Drain and divide them among serving bowls.

Step 7

Arrange the raw beef slices over the noodles in each bowl. Pour the hot broth over the beef and noodles, which will cook the meat.

Step 8

To serve, garnish with bean sprouts, fresh cilantro, basil, and mint. Add freshly sliced jalapeño, green onions, and lime wedges on the side for added flavor and personal customization.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3071.4 grams (3071.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1218

Total Fat 39.00g	50%
Saturated Fat 12.60g	63%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 225mg	75%
Sodium 5604mg	244%
Total Carbohydrate 111.50g	41%
Dietary Fiber 20.20g	72%
Total Sugars 15.60g
Protein 115.20g	230%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 565mg	43%
Iron 23mg	129%
Potassium 3372mg	72%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.9%

Protein: 36.6%

Carbs: 35.5%