- 4 spring onions (chopped)
- A thumb sized chunk of ginger (grated or finely chopped)
- 3 chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 2 star anise pods
- ΒΌ teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 8 cups chicken stock
- Juice of half a lime
- 2 teaspoons fish sauce
- 4oz dried rice noodles
- 1 mild red chili pepper (sliced)
- Heat the oil in a large soup pot then fry the ginger and white parts of the spring onion on a medium temperature for a few minutes until softened and aromatic.
- Add the chicken breasts, coriander seeds, star anise, peppercorns, fish sauce, chicken stock, and lime juice to the pot and stir well. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and leave to cook for 15 minutes.
- Cook the noodles per the packet instructions and drain.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them in a large bowl using two forks.
- Strain the broth through a sieve into a large bowl or another pot, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the noodles and shredded chicken to the bowls, then pour over the broth.
- Top with the green parts of the spring onions and the red chili. You can also add some extra lime wedges if desired.