- 200g rice noodles (fresh or dried)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, halved
- 1 piece of ginger (about 3 inches), sliced
- 3-4 star anise
- 2-3 cinnamon sticks
- 2-3 cloves
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 2-3 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 carrot, peeled and sliced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon miso paste (optional, for extra umami)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (for sweetness)
- 1-2 tablespoons lime juice (to taste)
- Salt, to taste
Toppings:
- Fresh basil leaves
- Mint leaves
- Bean sprouts
- Sliced chili peppers
- Lime wedges
- Sliced mushrooms (shiitake or oyster)
- Thinly sliced tofu or tempeh (optional)
- Sriracha sauce (optional)
Preparation:
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