Pho - Vietnam - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

International dish #8 is a Vietnamese dish called PHO (pronounced "fuh"). Here is the recipe Ingredients * 4 quarts beef stock * 1 large onion, sliced into rings * 6 slices fresh ginger root * 5 star anise or 2.5 tsp of anise seed * 1 cinnamon stick * 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorn * 1 pound sirloin tip, cut into thin slices * 1/2 pound bean sprouts * 1 cup fresh basil leaves * 1 cup fresh mint leaves * 1 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves * 3 fresh jalapeno peppers, sliced into rings * 2 limes, cut into wedges * 2 (8 ounce) packages dried rice noodles * 1/2 tablespoon hoisin sauce * 1 dash hot pepper sauce Directions 1. In a large soup pot, combine broth, onion, star anise, ginger, cinnamon, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover. Simmer for 1 hour. 2. Arrange bean sprouts, mint, basil, and cilantro on a platter with chilies and lime. 3. Soak the noodles in hot water to cover for 15 minutes or until soft. Drain. Place equal portions of noodles into 6 large soup bowls, and place raw beef on top. Ladle hot broth over noodles and beef. Pass platter with garnishes and sauces.