Description
Phở Xào Bò, a Vietnamese stir-fried flat rice noodle dish, combines tender beef, savory sauces, and crisp vegetables for a satisfying and flavorful meal. This easy-to-make recipe brings the taste of Vietnamese street food right into your kitchen, with customizable ingredients and quick prep. Perfect for anyone craving a delicious stir-fry with rich umami flavor.
Ingredients
Pho Noodles (dried flat rice noodles)
200 grams beef (flank, skirt, or sirloin)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder or mushroom seasoning
1 tablespoon neutral oil (for frying)
Vegetables: Bok choy, bean sprouts, or your preferred vegetables
Aromatics: Yellow onion, garlic, green onions
1 teaspoon baking soda (for tenderizing beef)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 beaten egg
Instructions
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Prepare the Beef & Sauce:
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Thinly slice the beef and marinate with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, ginger, and bouillon powder for at least 20 minutes. In a separate bowl, mix the sauce ingredients (soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, ginger, bouillon powder) and set aside.
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Blanch Vegetables & Noodles:
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Briefly blanch the bulky vegetables (bok choy, bean sprouts) and noodles in hot water before stir-frying to reduce their volume and soften them.
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Fry the Beef:
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Shallow fry the marinated beef in oil until browned. Drain on paper towels.
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Stir-Fry Aromatics:
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Sauté onions, garlic, and green onions in oil until fragrant and soft.
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Combine Ingredients:
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Add the cooked noodles, sauce, fried beef, and blanched vegetables to the pan. Stir-fry everything for a few minutes until well combined and heated through. Serve hot.
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Notes
Vegetables: Customize the dish with your favorite veggies, such as carrots, snap peas, or mushrooms.
Spiciness: For a spicy kick, add chili flakes or fresh chili peppers to the stir-fry.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
