Phở gà is often cooked in the North with a naturally sweet but no less rich flavor. In the South, phở gà is a favorite dish of many diners. Southern phở gà is often seasoned with more salt and sweetness than the Northern region but it still creates a delicious taste. It can be seen that each region will taste different flavors depending on local taste. However, the essence of phở gà is still the sweetness of chicken and natural broth.
History
There are many theories that phở gà was first cooked around 1939. And one of the reasons is the scarcity of beef at that time. At that time, buffaloes were restricted from slaughter because they provided draft power for Vietnam’s wet rice agriculture. So every Monday and Friday, pho restaurants stop selling because they cannot buy beef. To serve diners who love pho Hanoi, restaurants started testing a new dish: Hanoi phở gà.
Although many people say that authentic pho must be beef ho with cooking methods such as rare, steamed, steamed, and cooked…, it cannot stop phở gà from developing. Gradually, phở gà officially became a dish that goes hand in hand with beef pho at any Vietnamese pho restaurant.
Main ingredient
The main ingredient in pho is the broth, which is made by simmering chicken bones. The chicken meat is typically slow-cooked in a flavorful broth made with spices, herbs, and other ingredients. The chicken is then shredded and added to the broth along with rice noodles, bean sprouts, herbs, and other garnishes.
Another ingredient in pho is flat rice noodles (Sợi Phở). They are long and thin and cooked separately from the broth. This helps to keep the noodles from becoming too soft or mushy.
Phở gà is also known for its fresh and flavorful herbs. The most common herbs used in pho are basil, mint, and cilantro. These herbs add a bright and refreshing flavor to the dish.
Finally, pho is typically served with various condiments, such as hoisin sauce, sriracha sauce, lime wedges, and basil leaves. Eaters can customize their pho to their liking by adding more or less of the condiments.
Specialties
Phở gà attracts diners with the aroma of spring onions, coriander, and lime leaves. Plus, the pieces of chicken are soft without being meaty, the meat is white, and the golden skin is served with noodles. Add a few slices of red chili pepper. Some places also add a delicious young chicken egg to the bowl of pho. All have created a new vitality, a truly rustic, close flavor, imprinted in the minds of those who enjoy it.
Recommend some places to enjoy
- Phở gà Hà: It is just a sidewalk restaurant, but it attracts a lot of customers. Every bowl of pho here is filling. In particular, the broth is made from bones rather than seasoned with MSG, so the pho broth has a sweet, rich taste.
Address: No. 15 Hang Hom Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
- Phở gà Nguyệt: For $1,44, you can have a full bowl of pho, the broth is seasoned to your taste. The chicken is fragrant, fatty, tender, and not greasy or crumbly.
Address: No. 5B Phu Doan Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
If you are looking for a delicious and authentic Vietnamese dish, Phở gà is a great option. It is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone.
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