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Pot Vietnamese Beef Pho

Instant Pot Vietnamese Beef Pho

Experience comfort with Instant Pot Vietnamese Beef Pho, an easy way to enjoy authentic flavors in under 70 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Natural Pressure Release 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 8 cups Beef Broth Homemade or vegetable broth for a vegetarian alternative.
  • 1 Onion Quartered for easy removal.
  • 1 inch Ginger Sliced.
  • 2 pieces Star Anise Can be omitted.
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick Essential for authentic flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Coriander Seeds Ground coriander can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Can be replaced with soy sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Adjust for gluten-free options.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Honey can substitute.
For the Protein and Noodles
  • 1 pound Beef Sirloin Thinly sliced.
  • 8 ounces Dried Rice Noodles The classic noodle for Pho.
For the Garnishes
  • 4 Green Onions Sliced thinly.
  • 2 cups Bean Sprouts Add a generous handful.
  • 2 Lime Wedges Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Thai Basil Aromatic and fresh.
  • 1 cup Jalapeño Slices For spice.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine beef broth, quartered onion, sliced ginger, star anise, cinnamon stick, coriander seeds, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar in the Instant Pot. Stir gently, secure the lid, and set to Pressure Cook on high for 10 minutes.
  2. After cooking, allow pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes. Manually release remaining pressure, open the lid, and remove whole spices and aromatics.
  3. Add thinly sliced beef sirloin to the pot and seal the lid. Set to Pressure Cook for 0 minutes.
  4. Prepare dried rice noodles according to package instructions in boiling water. Drain and set aside.
  5. Perform a quick pressure release and ladle broth and beef over rice noodles in serving bowls. Top with garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality beef broth and slice the beef thinly to ensure tenderness. Customize garnishes to your preference for added freshness.

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