Whole30 Pho Dac Biet (Special Vietnamese Noodle Soup)

Dive into the irresistible flavors of **Whole30 Pho Dac Biet**, a healthier twist on the classic Vietnamese noodle soup that’s both bold and nourishing. This recipe combines the richness of a slow-simmered broth made from roasted beef marrow bones and chicken, infused with aromatic spices like star anise, cinnamon, and cloves. Instead of traditional rice noodles, fresh zucchini noodles (zoodles) offer a light, Whole30-compliant alternative while perfectly soaking up the fragrant broth. Topped with a medley of vibrant garnishes, including fresh herbs, bean sprouts, jalapeño slices, and lime wedges, this customizable dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. With its deeply layered flavors and wholesome ingredients, it’s the ultimate comfort meal for anyone craving authentic Vietnamese cuisine with a healthy twist. Perfect for meal prep or an impressive dinner, this pho will have your kitchen smelling divine!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef marrow bones
• 1 pound chicken thighs, skinless
• 1 large onion, halved
• 4 inches ginger, sliced
• 5 whole star anise
• 2 whole cinnamon sticks
• 6 whole whole cloves
• 3 tablespoons fish sauce (compliant)
• 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
• 4 cups zucchini noodles (zoodles)
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 2 whole lime, cut into wedges
• 1 whole sliced jalapeño
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced
• 16 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place beef marrow bones on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes until brown.

Step 2

In a large pot, add roasted marrow bones, chicken thighs, onion, ginger, star anise, cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns, and water. Bring to a boil.

Step 3

Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for 3 hours, skimming off foam and impurities regularly.

Step 4

After 3 hours, remove the chicken thighs from the broth. Allow to cool, then shred the meat and set aside.

Step 5

Continue simmering the broth for another hour to enhance flavors.

Step 6

Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot to remove all solids. Add fish sauce and sea salt, tasting and adjusting flavors as necessary.

Step 7

Divide zucchini noodles among serving bowls. Top each with shredded chicken.

Step 8

Ladle hot broth over noodles and chicken, adding more broth if desired.

Step 9

To serve, garnish with bean sprouts, basil, cilantro, mint, jalapeño slices, green onions, and lime wedges. Allow individuals to customize their soups with garnishes according to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(6583.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8630.4

Total Fat 826.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 347.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1505.9mg	0%
Sodium 9620.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.1g	0%
Total Sugars 36.0g
Protein 221.7g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1627.6mg	0%
Iron 53.9mg	0%
Potassium 5344.7mg	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: 84.7%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 5.2%