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Bun Bo Hue Recipe – Authentic Vietnamese Spicy Beef Noodle Soup

Enjoy a rich, spicy, and flavorful Bun Bo Hue recipe made with tender beef shank, lemongrass, and aromatic broth. Easy, authentic, and perfect for noodle soup lovers!

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Bun Bo Hue Recipe

  • Deep and bold broth flavor
  • Uses easy-to-find ingredients
  • Perfect for lunch, dinner, and comfort food cravings
  • Fully SEO-optimized for food blogs

Ingredients

For the Broth

  • 1 kg beef shank (cut into large chunks)
  • 500g beef bones or marrow bones
  • 2 stalks lemongrass (smashed)
  • 1 large onion (halved)
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp chili flakes
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp Bun Bo Hue seasoning (optional but recommended)
  • 3 liters water

For the Bowl

  • 400g thick round rice noodles
  • Fresh herbs: cilantro, green onions, mint
  • Lime wedges
  • Chili oil (optional)
  • Banana blossoms (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef

  1. Boil beef bones and shank for 5 minutes to remove impurities.
  2. Rinse well under cold water.

2. Make the Broth

  1. In a large pot, heat oil.
  2. Sauté lemongrass, garlic, and onion until fragrant.
  3. Add beef bones, beef shank, salt, sugar, and water.
  4. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 2 hours.
  5. Add Bun Bo Hue seasoning and fish sauce.
  6. Adjust salt to taste and keep simmering for deeper flavor.

3. Prepare the Noodles

  1. Cook noodles according to package directions.
  2. Rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.

4. Assemble the Bowl

  1. Add noodles to a bowl.
  2. Top with slices of beef shank.
  3. Ladle hot broth over the noodles.
  4. Garnish with herbs, lime, and chili oil.

⭐ Tips for the Best Bun Bo Hue

  • Add pork knuckles for richer broth
  • Use fresh lemongrass for authentic aroma
  • Simmer low and slow for maximum flavor

FAQs

1. Is Bun Bo Hue spicy?

Yes, traditionally it has a spicy kick, but you can adjust chili levels.

2. Can I make Bun Bo Hue without lemongrass?

Lemongrass is essential, but you may replace its aroma with lime zest in emergencies.

3. Can I use chicken broth instead?

It won’t taste authentic, but it works as a lighter option.

4. How long does Bun Bo Hue last?

The broth lasts 3–4 days in the refrigerator.

5 Similar Recipes :  

  • Vietnamese Pho Bo (Beef Pho)
  • Thai Tom Yum Soup
  • Japanese Miso Ramen
  • Korean Kimchi Jjigae
  • Chinese Beef Noodle Soup

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