A steaming bowl of pho takes on a bold twist with tender steak, savory dumplings, and a kick of chili oil. This comforting dish blends traditional Vietnamese flavors with a spicy homemade touch.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound steak, cut into small cubes
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 small onion, sliced thin
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 1 cup cooked rice noodles
- 3 to 4 dumplings (beef or vegetable)
- 2 tablespoons chili pepper sauce
- 1 to 2 fresh green chili peppers, sliced
- Dried herbs or parsley for garnish
- Lemon slices for serving
Directions:
- In a large pot, bring beef broth to a boil. Add steak pieces, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
- Add the celery and onion and cook another 5-7 minutes until softened.
- In a separate pot, cook the rice noodles according to package directions, then drain.
- Add the dumplings to the broth and cook until they float to the surface, about 5 minutes.
- Divide the noodles into bowls. Ladle the hot broth, beef, and dumplings over the noodles.
- Top with chili sauce, sliced green peppers, and dried herbs. Serve with lemon slices on the side.
The mix of spicy chili oil, citrus, and tender steak gives the pho a rich, comforting flavor that warms from the inside out.