Chicken pho (Pho ga) from Dac Biet: An Extra-Special Vietnamese Cookbook (page 102) by Nini Nguyen and Sarah Zorn

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  • metacritic on January 07, 2026

    I initially found it flat but realized I had failed to add salt to the broth, jalapenos, and lime juice. Suddenly the flavors thrilled, and the broth had depth and zing. A terrific recipe, well worth the time it requires.

  • SpatulaCity on October 16, 2025

    Wonderful pho recipe that actually tastes like pho! I think it has to do with the attention given to the spices, and calling for rock sugar. The subtle sweetness rounds out the flavor and adds a whole other dimension I feel has been missing from previous attempts. Measuring out 1/3 of a cup of rock sugar is not precise because they’re … well… rocks. I wish a weight had been provided for more accurate measuring. My soup was slightly sweeter than I’d like and I’d dial it back next time.

  • njpoirier on December 04, 2024

    This is hands down the best tasting recipe for chicken pho that I’ve come across after trying several. This is the only recipe that’s surpassed the pho I order from my favorite takeout spot. The flavor is incredible, and Nini gives excellent instructions. The broth has so much depth and is perfectly balanced. I crave pho year round but it was especially comforting to make with chillier temperatures approaching. Now I am even more eager to try other recipes from this book with this great first introduction!

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