Lobster Pho
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This is my favorite way to elevate a weeknight dinner: lobster pho. It might sound fancy, but honestly, it comes together in under an hour and doesn't require any complicated techniques. The beauty of this dish is that you get restaurant quality flavors at home without breaking the bank on ingredients. Fresh mint and lime juice aren't just there for taste either, they're packed with antioxidants that make this bowl as nourishing as it is delicious. Trust me, once you've made this, you'll find yourself craving it again and again.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 globster meat
- 400 gpho noodles
- 1 Lvegetable broth
- 20 mlfish sauce
- 20 mllime juice
- 4 pieceschopped scallions
- 200 gbean sprouts
- 100 gsliced bean sprout shoots
- 10 piecesmint leaves
- 10 mlchili sauce
- 1 piecesalt
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a large pot. Reduce the heat to a simmer.
Tip: Use a flavorful broth for the best results.
- 2
Cook the pho noodles according to the package instructions.
Tip: Al dente is the perfect texture.
- 3
In a separate pan, heat the fish sauce, lime juice, and chili sauce over low heat.
Tip: Adjust the level of spiciness to your liking.
- 4
Add the diced lobster meat to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, until pink and just cooked through.
Tip: Don't overcook the lobster, as it can become tough.
- 5
To assemble the pho, place some noodles in a bowl, add the lobster and cooking liquid, and top with scallions, bean sprouts, and bean sprout shoots.
Tip: Garnish with a sprinkle of salt and a few mint leaves.
- 6
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tip: This dish is best served fresh, as the noodles and lobster will become soggy if left to sit for too long.
- 7
Add additional chili sauce, fish sauce, or lime juice to taste.
Tip: Customize to your liking and enjoy!
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