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Homemade Pho

Gluten & Dairy-Free

Serves 4-6

For a hearty, healthy night in with family. This dish combines all the senses with aromatics, full flavor and beautiful coloring. The broth can be prepared all day and all other ingredients can be added before serving. For quick go ahead, consider making chicken breasts ahead of time and storing in fridge. Pull out when preparing all of the toppings and allow to warm on counter. Broth will help to reheat chicken to warm for eating.

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts or meat of choice. In a large frying pan add one tablespoon of olive oil and cook meat until cooked through and tender. Move to side and allow to sit for 3 minutes for juices to redistribute. Slice lengthwise in thin strips.

Broth:
  • 2 qts. Chicken Broth
  • 2-3 Star Anise
  • 1 Tbsp. Coriander
  • Black Pepper Corns
  • Cumin Seeds
  • Fennel Seeds
  • 3 Cinnamon Sticks
  • Ginger root, peeled and sliced thinly (5 slices, appx.)
  • 4 Garlic Cloves
  • Himalayan Sea Salt (to taste)
  • In a crock pot, pour in bone broth. Place spices & herbs in cheese cloth and tie tightly. Cook broth on low for 12 hours. Remove spice & herb packet, and disregard. Check broth to make sure any seeds haven’t settled in broth. Remove with slotted spoon if needed.
Suggested toppings:
  • Pea pods
  • Cilantro, chopped
  • Green onions, sliced
  • Bean sprouts
  • Radishes, thinly sliced
  • Basil, julienned
  • Rice Noodles

Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and place in ice bath. Toss in ice water to stop cooking and to keep them from sticking.

Place noodles in a bowl, add chicken or meat, and choice of toppings. Ladle broth over everything. Serve warm and enjoy!