A delicious and hearty Oxtail Pho made with a rich beef broth from bones and beef shank, complemented by aromatic spices and fresh herbs. This dish is perfect for a comforting meal.
1: Prepare the beef bones, beef shank, and oxtail.
2: In a large pot, combine the beef bones, beef shank, oxtail, and water.
3: Add the onion and ginger to the pot.
4: Include the spices: coriander, fennel, cloves, cardamon pods, cinnamon sticks, and star anise.
5: Season the broth with fish sauce, salt, sugar, rock sugar, chicken bouillon, mushroom bouillon, and MSG.
6: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat.
7: Simmer for an extended period (about 90 minutes).
8: When ready to serve, assemble a bowl with pho noodles, oxtail, beef shank, and toppings such as chopped scallion, chopped cilantro, thinly sliced onions, Thai basil, rice patty herbs, bean sprouts, black pepper, hoisin sauce, siriracha, and lime.
9: Turn off the heat at night and turn it back on the next morning, bringing it back to a boil.
