Easy Pho One Hour (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1/4 teaspoon each of soy, hoisin, and red chili sauces.
02 - One cinnamon stick for flavor.
03 - 6 cups of broth (pick chicken, beef, or veggie).
04 - 2 cups plain water.
05 - Choice of your favorite protein like pork, shrimp, chicken, or steak.
06 - 8 ounces of dry rice noodles.
07 - 1 large onion, cut into four chunks.
08 - Two pieces of fresh ginger, sliced lengthwise.
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander.
10 - 1 clove (optional addition).
11 - 1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce.
12 - Salt and pepper to suit your taste.
13 - Green onions, basil, lime, jalapeños, cilantro, sprouts for toppings.

# Instructions:

01 - In a dry pot, cook ginger and onion chunks for 4 minutes while stirring now and then.
02 - Combine the broth, water, all spices, and sauces, letting it simmer for a good 30 minutes.
03 - Follow noodle package steps. Arrange toppings—like herbs, sprouts, and lime—into small dishes.
04 - Add protein to the simmering broth just a few minutes before serving. Don’t overcook it.
05 - Remove ginger and onion. Put noodles in bowls, pour in broth, and add protein. Let everyone top with garnish as they like.

# Notes:

01 - You can make the broth ahead and store it in the fridge.
02 - Leftover cooked meats work great here.
03 - Try using a slow cooker or pressure cooker for this dish.

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