Instant Pho-Inspired Beef Soup

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

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A quick take on Vietnamese pho broth simmered with aromatic spices and tender beef slices, perfect for an instant comforting meal. This Vietnamese-inspired Instant Pot recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, beef broth, star anise for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Vietnamese cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 ounces thinly sliced beef sirloin
6 cups beef broth
3 whole star anise
4 whole cloves
1 stick (3 inches) cinnamon stick
2-inch piece, sliced ginger
3 tablespoons fish sauce
6 ounces rice noodles
3 sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup bean sprouts
4 lime wedges
1 thinly sliced jalapeño
1 teaspoon brown sugar

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large pot, combine 6 cups beef broth with 3 whole star anise, 4 whole cloves, 1 cinnamon stick, and 2-inch sliced ginger. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 15 minutes until fragrant.
Step 2: Remove the spices and ginger with a slotted spoon, then stir in 3 tablespoons fish sauce and 1 teaspoon brown sugar until dissolved.
Step 3: Meanwhile, soak 6 ounces rice noodles in hot water for 8 minutes until softened, then drain.
Step 4: Arrange 8 ounces thinly sliced beef sirloin in bowls and pour the hot broth over the beef to cook it instantly.
Step 5: Add softened noodles to each bowl, then top with 3 sliced green onions, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 cup bean sprouts, thinly sliced jalapeño, and a lime wedge to squeeze over before eating.