Easy Homemade Pho Recipe For your Dinner Date

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If you’re looking for a delicious and super easy meal to whip up at home, this homemade pho is for you. And if you’re not too confident in the kitchen or just want something quick and tasty, know that you can’t go wrong with this recipe.

I love how simple it is, with just a few ingredients that come together to make something really flavorful. Plus, it’s one of those meals that gets even better the next day, so you can easily double the recipe if you want leftovers.

This pho is great for a cozy night in, and you can adjust it to your taste by swapping out prawns for chicken or adding any toppings you like. What I like most is that it doesn’t require a ton of prep or fancy techniques.

I whipped it up together the other night kind of on a whim and was quite pleased with the result hence why I’m sharing it today! I also love that this is a pretty cheap recipe yet filling and delicious, all things I love haha!

The broth does most of the work for you, simmering with the jalapeños and bok choy to create a flavorful base. It’s light, comforting, and packed with veggies, making it a great choice when you want something healthy but satisfying.

In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through the steps to make this pho, from prepping your veggies to getting the perfect broth. Let’s get started, and in no time, you’ll have a warm, homemade bowl of pho for your dinner date!

Information

• This recipe and ingredients is for two people.
• It takes about 30 minutes from start to finish.

What You Need

• Bok choy (4)
• Beef stock
• Salt
• Sweet jalapeño peppers
• Rice noodles (200g)
• Prawns (or replace with chicken if you prefer)

Optionals:

• Bean sprouts
• Lemon or lime
• Mint
• Coriander

Prep Your Veggies

First, you’ll want to prep your vegetables. Take your bok choy and slice it up, not too thin and not too thick. You want the pieces to hold their shape but still be easy to eat in the soup.

Next, cut your sweet jalapeño peppers into small pieces. These will add a little spice and sweetness to the broth, which makes the pho taste great.

Prep Your Broth

Now it’s time to get the broth going. Add beef stock to your boiling water, about 250-300 ml for two people. If you’re making extra for the next day, just double the amount. Stir the stock into the boiling water until it’s fully dissolved.

Toss in your sliced jalapeños and bok choy and let everything simmer for a while. I like to give it enough time for the jalapeños to release their flavor into the broth. Let it cook for a few minutes while you work on the other ingredients.

Prep Your Prawns

While the broth is simmering, it’s time to get your prawns ready. I like to use fresh or frozen already cooked prawns for convenience. Peel the prawns, removing the heads, tails, and shell so they’re ready to add to your pho.

If you’re using chicken instead of prawns, you can either cook it separately or simmer it in the broth until it’s done.

Cook the Noodles

Now, cook your rice noodles. They usually take about 5-7 minutes in boiling water. You can check the package instructions, but most rice noodles cook pretty quickly. Once they’re done, drain them and set them aside while the broth finishes simmering.

Time to Plate

Now for the best part: assembling your pho. Start by adding your cooked noodles to a bowl. Pour the simmering broth with the bok choy and jalapeños over the noodles. Then, top it off with your peeled prawns (or chicken if you prefer).

Final Touches

For some extra flavor, you can add optional toppings like bean sprouts, a squeeze of lemon or lime, or fresh herbs like mint or coriander. It’s up to you how simple or dressed up you want your pho to be.

And just like that, you’ve got a homemade bowl of pho ready to enjoy. Easy, delicious, and perfect for a cozy meal.