Ingredients

• 10 cups vegetable stock
• 1 onion , peeled and halved
• 0.25 cups soy sauce
• 8 cloves garlic , coarsely chopped
• 2 , 3 inch
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 2 podss star anise
• 2 bays leaves

Instructions

1. 1 Place vegetable stock, onion, soy sauce, garlic, cinnamon sticks, ground ginger, star anise, and bay leaves in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until flavors combine, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove solids with a slotted spoon and keep broth hot.
2. 2 Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Set aside until noodles are softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse thoroughly. Divide noodles among 6 serving bowls.
3. 3 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add tofu in a single layer and fry, in batches, until golden brown, about 6 minutes per side.
4. 4 Simmer fried tofu and mushrooms in broth until heated through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to serving bowls. Top with scallions and cilantro. Ladle in hot broth.
5. 5 Serve lime wedges, jalapeno peppers, bean sprouts, and basil alongside for garnishing each bowl.

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