Pho Ga (Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup) Recipe

Name: Pho Ga (Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ounces rice noodles (pho); 4 boneless chicken wings; 1 liter water; 1 garlic clove; 1 inch ginger, minced; 5 stems lemongrass; 5 kaffir lime leaves; 1 inch fresh galangal root, minced; 3 leaves lettuce; 1/2 small tomatoes; 2 cups bean sprouts; 1/2 lime, juice of; 1 1/2 tablespoons nam pla; salt and black pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, minced

Servings: persons

3 ounces rice noodles (pho)
4 boneless chicken wings
1 liter water
1 garlic clove
1 inch ginger, minced
5 stems lemongrass
5 kaffir lime leaves
1 inch fresh galangal root, minced
3 leaves lettuce
1/2 small tomatoes
2 cups bean sprouts
1/2 lime, juice of
1 1/2 tablespoons nam pla
salt and black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, minced

1
In a large pot, place chicken wings, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves and galangal root in 1 liter of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
2
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, occasionally removing foam that floats to surface of broth.
3
Shred lettuce into bite sized pieces. Cut tomato into small wedges. Remove root ends of bean sprouts.
4
Soak pho noodles according to package directions.
5
When soup has simmer 30 minutes, stir in the nam pla and lime juice. Season with salt and black pepper.
6
Separate noodles into two bowls, pulling gently apart. Top both bowls with bean sprouts and lettuce.
7
Ladle broth into each bowl and garnish with tomato slices and cilantro.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 ounces rice noodles (pho), 4 boneless chicken wings, 1 liter water, 1 garlic clove, and more.

Yes, Pho Ga (Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pho Ga (Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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