Whole30 Shrimp Pho

Savor the bold, aromatic flavors of Vietnamese-inspired cuisine with this Whole30 Shrimp Pho—a wholesome, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly twist on the classic dish. Featuring a rich, spice-infused broth simmered with star anise, cinnamon, and fresh ginger, this recipe swaps traditional rice noodles for light and nutrient-packed zucchini noodles, making it perfectly compliant with Whole30 guidelines. Succulent shrimp take center stage, complemented by an array of fresh garnishes like cilantro, basil, bean sprouts, and jalapeño for a customizable, vibrant finish. Quick to prepare yet deeply satisfying, this soup is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or an enticing meal prep option. Transform your kitchen into a pho house and enjoy this guilt-free, flavor-packed marvel that will leave you feeling nourished and energized!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, halved and sliced
• 2 inches fresh ginger, sliced
• 2 pieces star anise
• 4 pieces whole cloves
• 1 stick cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
• 8 cups chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce (Whole30 compliant)
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 zucchini, spiralized
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced onion and ginger and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the star anise, whole cloves, cinnamon stick, and black peppercorns to the pot, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour the chicken stock into the pot and bring it to a boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Step 6

After 30 minutes, strain and discard the solids from the broth and return the liquid to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the fish sauce and bring the broth back to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Add the shrimp to the simmering broth and cook until opaque and just cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 9

Divide the spiralized zucchini among serving bowls.

Step 10

Ladle the hot broth and shrimp over the zucchini noodles, allowing the heat to gently soften them.

Step 11

Serve the pho with lime wedges, fresh cilantro, basil leaves, bean sprouts, green onions, and jalapeño slices on the side as garnishes for each person to customize their bowl.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4031.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1664.2

Total Fat 65.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1056.2mg	0%
Sodium 4713.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 26.6g
Protein 229.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 635.0mg	0%
Iron 23.3mg	0%
Potassium 2692.0mg	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: 33.7%

Protein: 52.6%

Carbs: 13.7%