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Instant Pot Pho

This Instant Pot Pho recipe delivers a rich, aromatic broth filled with tender meat and fresh herbs, allowing you to enjoy this traditional Vietnamese dish in a fraction of the time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Vietnamese
Servings 4 People
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Instant Pot (6-quart or larger)
  • 1 Strainer or cheesecloth
  • 1 Large bowl
  • 1 Ladle
  • 1 set Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Chopping board

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound beef bones (such as marrow or oxtail)
  • 1 pound beef brisket
  • 1 large onion, halved
  • 4 slices fresh ginger
  • 4 whole star anise
  • 3 cloves cloves
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3 quarts water
  • 8 ounces rice noodles
  • to taste fresh herbs (such as basil, cilantro, and green onions) For garnish
  • to serve lime wedges For serving
  • to taste sliced jalapenos For added heat (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Place the beef bones and brisket into the Instant Pot. Add the halved onion, ginger slices, star anise, cloves, cinnamon stick, salt, sugar, and water.
  • Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position. Select the 'Pressure Cook' setting, adjust the time to 45 minutes, and start the cooking process.
  • While the broth is cooking, prepare the rice noodles according to package instructions, usually soaking them in hot water for about 15 minutes until tender.
  • Once the cooking time is complete, carefully release the pressure using the quick release method. Open the lid and remove the beef brisket; set it aside to rest.
  • Strain the broth using a strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl to remove the solids. Discard the solids and return the clear broth to the Instant Pot.
  • Shred or slice the rested beef brisket and add it back to the broth. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with salt or sugar if necessary.
  • To serve, place a portion of the cooked rice noodles into a bowl. Ladle the hot broth with beef on top. Garnish with fresh herbs, lime wedges, and jalapenos, if desired.

Notes

You can customize your Pho with additional toppings such as bean sprouts or hoisin sauce.
Leftover broth can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and mushrooms instead of beef.