“If you’re in the North, i.e. Hanoi, simply do not miss Pho,” wrote Quora user Quý An Nguy?n H?u.
The dish is popular throughout the country though, with restaurants that serve the dish hidden in small city alleyways, village storefronts, and rural lanes.
Many versions exist regarding the type of meat used, but they each contain rice noodles and a broth seasoned with shallots, fish sauce, ginger, salt, and spices like cardamom, star anise, and cloves. Some versions will also include onions, cilantro, scallions, and black pepper.