Course summary
Are you a Pho enthusiast or a home cook eager to elevate your Vietnamese cuisine culinary skills? If so, this class is perfect for you!
In this fun and interactive workshop, you will immerse yourself in the art of crafting authentic beef pho. You will gain hands-on experience with essential techniques and ingredients while discovering the rich cultural significance behind this iconic Vietnamese dish. By the end of the class, you will have the confidence and skills to recreate a delicious bowl of beef pho at home.
But that’s not all! You will also learn to make mouthwatering prawn spring rolls for an entrée and a refreshing café sua da to take away. This wholesome experience will leave you with a delicious pho dinner to nourish your body and soul, a fragrant refreshing Café sua da to awaken your sense, and a wonderful new skill to add to your culinary adventure.
If you have special dietary requirements, please email [email protected] or contact us on 9687 1560.
What you will learn
- overview of the essential ingredients: broth, noodles, herbs, and meat
- understanding pho broth
- selecting the right cuts of beef (bones, brisket, and flank)
- roasting aromatics: onions, ginger, and spices (star anise, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom)
- the slow simmer process: how to achieve a clear, rich, and flavourful broth
- tips for balancing the flavour profile of the broth
- techniques for cooking rice noodles to the perfect texture
- slicing beef for optimal tenderness and presentation
- how to assemble the meat for the pho (raw, cooked, and garnished elements)
- traditional and creative garnishes: bean sprouts, thai basil, cilantro, lime, jalapeños, and hoisin sauce
- proper layering: how to arrange noodles, meat, and broth for an appealing presentation
- how to serve pho to enhance the dining experience
What you will get
- master the fundamental techniques for creating a rich, flavourful beef pho broth
- understanding the cultural importance of pho in Vietnamese food culture
- confidence in preparing and serving a traditional, authentic bowl of beef pho
- taste test 3 different dishes, traditional prawn spring roll for entrée, beef pho as a main and a cafe sua da, plus takeaway for dinner
- recipe with ingredient list step-by-step instructions, and tips for at-home preparation
- a list of recommended suppliers for authentic pho ingredients
What you need to bring
- apron
- containers to take home
- pen and paper
About the tutor
With a deep-rooted passion for food and a love for bringing people together, Kate Ngo is dedicated to teaching the art of cooking and baking in a fun, interactive way. For seven years, Kate ran a successful baking business specialising in macarons, custom-made cookies, cakes, and desserts for all occasions. Her enthusiasm for creating wholesome yet visually stunning dishes shines through in every recipe.
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Course cost
COST: $70.00
Class availability: 4 PLACES REMAINING
Course dates
Saturday 24 May
3.00pm – 5.30pm (1 session)
Book this course
To enrol in this course, fill out the form below. Remember to add the details of any other students who are part of your booking.
Please note: This class requires a minimum number of students to go ahead. For this reason, we encourage students to book at least 5 days prior to the course/workshop. In the unlikely event that we don't get enough enrolments, we may need to postpone to a later date or cancel the course/workshop. You will be advised via email or text prior to the class commencing.
$70.00
4 PLACES AVAILABLE
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