Beef Pho Noodle Soup

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8  servings

Ingredients Notes: 
½  lbs. boneless beef sirloin steak, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely chopped onionWashed, peeled and finely chopped
¼ cup white (daikon) radishWashed, peeled and sliced 
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 whole star anise
1 stick cinnamon
2 cloves garlic, mincedWashed, peeled and minced
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons dried cilantro
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice 
6 cups reduced sodium beef broth
¼  teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons green onionsWashed, trimmed and sliced thin (including greens)
¼ cup  fresh cilantro
6 oz. flat rice noodles
To make this recipe gluten free: Use GF soy sauce, GF fish sauce, GF beef broth and GF rice noodles. Always check all ingredients to be sure they are gluten free.

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Heat the oil into a large stock and set over medium heat.
2Season beef cubes with salt and pepper. Once oil is hot, add beef cubes and sauté until brown.
3Add the onions. Cook until tender
4Add remaining ingredients (except noodles, fresh cilantro and green onions) and bring to a boil.
5Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook at a low simmer until tender, approximately 35 to 40 minutes.  Add noodles and cook 8-10 minutes until noodles are tender. Remove anise and cinnamon before serving. Top with green onions and cilantroCook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates