1 12-ounce rib-eye steak, fat trimmed, very thinly sliced
*Available at Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets.
Directions
Combine broth, beef bones, 3 green onions and star anise in heavy large pot. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer gently 3 hours. Remove beef bones and green onions from broth; discard. Season broth with salt and pepper.
Soak rice stick noodles in bowl filled with enough hot water to cover noodles for 3 minutes. Drain. Using scissors, cut noodles into 4-inch lengths. Slice remaining 5 green onions and place on platter. Arrange cilantro leaves, mint leaves and sliced chili on same platter.
Bring broth to boil. Add noodles; cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Add steak; simmer 1 minute. Ladle soup into bowls. Pass condiments separately.