An authentic and delicious Vietnamese dish you can make at home!
For lovers of Asian cuisine, it doesn’t get much better than a bowl of phở. If you’re ever lucky enough to visit Vietnam, you’re likely to find it on the menu of many restaurants and street vendors. It’s also something that people in Vietnam make at home to serve to their families. If they can do it, there’s no reason you can’t cook it at home for your family, too. Despite having a long list of ingredients, phở is relatively easy to put together. If you decide to add shrimp to the soup as we have in this recipe, that makes the phở even better.
Why have so many people grown to love phở? It’s probably because it’s packed with simple, straightforward flavor. It mixes a variety of herbs and spices together, making it one of the most aromatic soups you’ll ever prepare. It’s one of the best examples of a soup that brings a wide range of flavors together and allows them to mix and mingle in the pot. Yet, because shrimp phở isn’t that complicated to make, it’s a soup you can prepare again and again.
So, the next time you’re feeling a bit under the weather or you’re craving something cozy and comforting, give this recipe a try. It might just make its way into your regular recipe rotation!
Is Shrimp Phở Healthy?
There are several nutrient-rich ingredients in shrimp phở, most notably bok choy and green onions. Many of the herbs and spices in the soup also have health benefits, while the shrimp can be a good source of lean protein, vitamin B12, and selenium. In total, the soup provides a high dose of vitamins and antioxidants while containing a relatively low amount of fat per serving. The only downside of shrimp phở is that it contains a lot of sodium, so try to use low-sodium vegetable broth and low-sodium soy sauce if that is a concern.
Taste And Adjust
With a soup like shrimp phở, it’s possible to make little adjustments to the taste by playing around with spices. If there are certain herbs in the recipe that you don’t like, feel free to omit them and replace them with spices that you prefer. For example, some people don’t like cilantro; you can just omit it in that case. Just try not to stray too far from the recipe and avoid taking out more than one or two herbs. Even after the soup is ready to serve, you can still mix in a few spices to alter the taste. For some people, this just means adding a little salt and pepper. For others, adding pepper flakes or jalapeños can help to give the soup even more of a kick.
How Do I Store Leftovers?
Once the soup has been fully cooked, place leftovers in an airtight container. They should stay good in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
Serving Suggestions
There are many side dishes that complement shrimp phở, although I tend to lean toward vegetables. For instance, Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry or Broccoli Stir-Fry With Ginger And Sesame are both excellent to have with a bowl of phở. Naturally, Vegetable Fried Rice is also a common side dish, as is Crispy Baked Tofu. Finally, if you’re cooking phở, you may also want to try cooking Air-Fryer Egg Rolls or perhaps The Best Egg Roll In A Bowl.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces rice noodles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons minced ginger
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 cups chopped bok choy
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Green onions thinly sliced, for garnish
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the rice noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced ginger and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the soy sauce, ground coriander, ground cloves, and cracked black pepper.
- Add the shrimp and bok choy to the pot and simmer until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the lime juice, then taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- To serve, divide the cooked rice noodles among bowls and ladle the hot shrimp and broth over them.
- Garnish with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro leaves, and lime wedges.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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