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PHO SAN – CASSAVA NOODLE SOUP

While Pho enthusiasts are likely familiar with popular variations such as Pho Bo (beef noodle soup) and Pho Ga (chicken noodle soup), the central region of Vietnam has a unique and lesser-known type: Pho San, a culinary gem, originated in Que Son District, Quang Nam Province.

What makes Pho San worth trying?

Named after its primary ingredient, cassava (san), this dish deviates from the norm by crafting its noodles from cassava instead of the usual rice flour. The result is a groundbreaking culinary experience that redefines the traditional concept of Pho. The ivory-white color and chewy texture of the cassava noodles, coupled with the distinctive sweetness of cassava, renew the expectations associated with this beloved Vietnamese dish.

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While traditional Pho varieties are often accompanied by beef or chicken, Pho San takes a different route, offering combinations with shrimp, snakehead fish, quail eggs, lean meat, Vietnamese pork sausage, and vegetables. The star of this specialty is its clear and savory broth, enriched by the natural sweetness and fragrance of fish. For those acquainted with Vietnamese cuisine, this broth is similar to the one found in Mi Quang Ca Loc (Quang-style noodle with snakehead fish) in Quang Son.

Pho San can be relished in two equally delectable ways—either as a soup or in the dried mixed version. Opting for the latter, we recommend enhancing the flavor profile by adding ingredients like corn, sweet fish sauce, and green chili. Additionally, aligning with the Quang-style culinary tradition, adding crispy sesame rice crackers to Pho San will help elevate the overall experience.

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