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Hyper-Healing Chicken Pho

Welcome to our Hyper-Healing Chicken Pho recipe. A comforting and aromatic Vietnamese soup, Chicken Pho is traditionally served with rice noodles, fresh herbs and a hint of lime. Our version gives a nod to the Iron Chef's creative twist with the addition of turmeric and ginger, renowned for their healing properties, making it the perfect bowl of goodness for those under-the-weather days.

  • SERVES
    6 people
  • PREP TIME
    20 minutes
  • Cook TIME
    1 hour 30 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 whole chicken (about 1.5 kg)
  • 2 onions, halved
  • 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
  • 1 piece of ginger, peeled and sliced (about 2 inches)
  • 2 pieces of turmeric, peeled and sliced (about 1 inch)
  • 4 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tbsp coriander seeds
  • 4 cloves
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 200g rice noodles
  • Fresh herbs for garnish: mint, cilantro, basil
  • 2 limes, quartered
  • 2 chillies, sliced
Directions
  1. Place the chicken, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, star anise, cinnamon stick, coriander seeds, cloves, salt, and fish sauce in a large pot. Add enough water to cover the chicken and bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 1 hour until the chicken is cooked through. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool. Shred the meat and set it aside.
  4. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot. Discard the solids.
  5. Prepare the rice noodles according to the package instructions.
  6. To serve, divide the noodles among serving bowls. Top with shredded chicken and pour the hot broth over. Garnish with fresh herbs, a squeeze of lime juice, and sliced chillies.

Chicken Pho or Pho Ga, as it's known in Vietnam, is a lighter variant of the more ubiquitous Pho Bo (beef pho). Its history is a tale of culinary fusion, born from the French occupation and the resourcefulness of the Vietnamese people.

The Iron Chef AI's twist on this beloved classic was inspired by the healing properties of chicken soup, hence the name 'Hyper-Healing Chicken Pho'. The addition of turmeric and ginger not only imparts a delightful flavour but also enhances the soup’s natural healing properties.

What separates our 'Hyper-Healing Chicken Pho' from common versions is this focus on wellness. While traditional pho is already a nourishing meal, our recipe adds a powerful punch of health-boosting spices, transforming it into a veritable healing potion. The turmeric brings a subtle earthiness and a lovely golden hue to the broth, while ginger adds a warm spicy note. Both are celebrated for their anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting benefits, making this pho an ideal meal to fight off colds and flu.

The aroma of this soup as it simmers is comforting and enticing, filling your kitchen with the scents of star anise, cinnamon, coriander, and cloves. A bowl of this chicken pho is not just a meal, but a sensory experience that nourishes your body and soul. Enjoy this 'Hyper-Healing Chicken Pho', and let it restore you, one delicious spoonful at a time.

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