Low Carb Pho Dac Biet (Special Vietnamese Noodle Soup)

Experience the comforting, aromatic flavors of Vietnam with this Low Carb Pho Dac Biet (Special Vietnamese Noodle Soup). Perfect for those following a low-carb lifestyle, this recipe swaps traditional rice noodles with keto-friendly shirataki noodles while still capturing the essence of an authentic pho. A rich and flavorful broth, simmered with roasted beef bones, chicken, and warm spices like star anise, cloves, and cinnamon, forms the soul of this dish. Topped with tender shredded chicken, thinly sliced beef sirloin, and a vibrant array of fresh herbs and garnishes, each bowl is a customizable masterpiece. Ready in just over three hours, this healthy alternative to traditional pho is a showstopper for family dinners or meal-prep enthusiasts alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Beef bones
• 1 pound Chicken drumsticks
• 1 large Onion
• 3 inches Ginger
• 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 whole Star anise
• 4 whole Cloves
• 1 whole Cinnamon stick
• 1 whole Black cardamom pod
• 1 package Shirataki noodles
• 0.5 pound Beef sirloin
• 2 cups Bean sprouts
• 1 cup Fresh basil
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup Fresh mint
• 1 cut into wedges Lime
• 1 sliced Red chili
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 16 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Place beef bones and chicken drumsticks on a baking sheet and roast for 45 minutes. This will enhance the flavor of the broth.

Step 2

Meanwhile, char the onion and ginger by placing them directly over an open flame or in a hot skillet until deeply blackened. Peel the onion and ginger and set aside.

Step 3

In a large stockpot, bring 16 cups of water to a boil. Add the roasted bones and chicken, charred onion and ginger, fish sauce, star anise, cloves, cinnamon stick, black cardamom pod, and salt. Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for at least 2 hours, skimming any impurities as needed.

Step 4

After simmering, remove the bones and chicken from the broth. Discard the bones and set the chicken aside to cool. Once cool, shred the chicken meat.

Step 5

Soak and rinse the shirataki noodles according to package instructions to eliminate any off-flavors.

Step 6

Prepare the garnishes: wash and dry bean sprouts, basil, cilantro, and mint. Arrange on a platter along with lime wedges and sliced red chili.

Step 7

Thinly slice the beef sirloin against the grain. This can be done by placing the meat in the freezer for about 15 minutes prior to slicing.

Step 8

Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into another pot, discarding the solids. Return the broth to a simmer and season with additional salt or soy sauce, if needed.

Step 9

To serve, divide the shirataki noodles between bowls. Top with shredded chicken, raw beef slices, and ladle hot broth over everything. The heat from the broth will gently cook the raw beef slices.

Step 10

Serve with the prepared garnishes on the side for each person to customize their pho according to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(6202.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3608.6

Total Fat 212.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1214.3mg	0%
Sodium 13125.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 356.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 793.4mg	0%
Iron 46.3mg	0%
Potassium 5772.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.0%

Protein: 39.6%

Carbs: 7.4%