New Mexican Style Pho

Ingredients

While the original Vietnamese Pho is known for its delicate and aromatic broth, our New Mexican adaptation adds a kick of heat with the use of green chiles. We also incorporate local ingredients such as cilantro, lime, and corn to give the dish a distinct New Mexican flair. We alse have the original recipe for Pho, so you can check it out.

• 8 cups (1.9 liters) beef broth 8 cups (1.9 liters) beef broth
• 1 pound (450 grams) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 1 pound (450 grams) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 green chiles, roasted, peeled, and diced 2 green chiles, roasted, peeled, and diced
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fish sauce 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) soy sauce 1 tablespoon (15 ml) soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice
• 1 teaspoon (5 grams) ground cumin 1 teaspoon (5 grams) ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon (5 grams) ground coriander 1 teaspoon (5 grams) ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt 1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) black pepper 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) black pepper
• 8 ounces (225 grams) rice noodles 8 ounces (225 grams) rice noodles
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
• Lime wedges, for serving Lime wedges, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 2g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and translucent.
2. 2.
   Add the beef broth, green chiles, fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
3. 3.
   While the broth is simmering, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
4. 4.
   Add the sliced beef to the simmering broth and cook for 2-3 minutes until the beef is cooked to your desired doneness.
5. 5.
   To serve, divide the cooked rice noodles among bowls. Ladle the hot broth and beef over the noodles. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef — For a more tender result, freeze the beef for 30 minutes before slicing it thinly.
• Green chiles — If you can't find fresh green chiles, you can use canned diced green chiles as a substitute.
• Rice noodles — Be careful not to overcook the rice noodles as they can become mushy. Follow the package instructions and rinse them with cold water after cooking to prevent sticking.

Tips & Tricks

• To add more heat to the dish, you can include diced jalapenos or serrano peppers along with the green chiles.
• Customize your toppings by adding sliced avocado, radishes, or shredded cheese for a New Mexican twist.
• If you prefer a milder version, remove the seeds from the green chiles before adding them to the broth.
• For a heartier meal, you can add cooked shredded chicken or pork to the broth along with the beef.
• Leftover broth can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.

Serving advice

Serve the New Mexican Style Pho hot in individual bowls, allowing each person to garnish their own bowl with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Accompany the dish with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation of the New Mexican Style Pho, arrange the sliced beef and green chiles on top of the rice noodles before ladling the hot broth over them. Garnish with a generous amount of fresh cilantro for a pop of color.