About the Recipe
Check out this Phase 1 friendly Ideal Protein Recipe
Ingredients
4 cups low-sodium chicken or beef broth (make sure it’s sugar-free)
1 cup lean sliced beef or chicken breast (beef flank or chicken breast work well)
Ideal protein konjac noodles
1 small onion, thinly sliced
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
1-2 star anise pods (optional for flavor)
1-2 whole cloves (optional for flavor)
1 tbsp fish sauce (check for no sugar added)
1 cup bean sprouts
Fresh herbs for garnish (basil, cilantro, or mint, as allowed)
Lime wedges for serving
Optional: sliced jalapeños for heat
Shirataki and konjac noodles are both phase 1 friendly.
Preparation
Prepare the Broth:Â In a large pot, combine the broth, sliced onion, garlic, ginger, star anise, cloves, and fish sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes to develop the flavors.
Cook the Protein:Â If using chicken breast, you can poach it in the broth until fully cooked (about 10-15 minutes). If using beef, you can slice it thinly and add it to the hot broth just before serving so it cooks quickly.
Strain the Broth:Â Once the broth is flavorful, strain it to remove the solids (onion, ginger, spices) if desired. Return the broth to the pot.
Assemble the Pho:Â In bowls, add the cooked protein and top with bean sprouts. Pour the hot broth over the top.
Garnish: Add fresh herbs and lime wedges. If desired, add sliced jalapeños for extra spice.
Serve:Â Enjoy your healthy, flavorful pho!