In a lightly greased pan, toast onion and ginger until charred on both sides.
Ginger should be softened.
Meanwhile place all the spices into a herb baggie or tie it up in a cheese cloth.
Slice the ginger into thin pieces and place it in a pot together with the spices and charred onion.
Add beef stock and bring to boil.
Season with fish sauce and sugar to taste.
Then lower heat to a simmer.
Cover and cook for 15-20 mins.
Meanwhile, you can prepare your rice sticks as per package instructions.
Place the prepared rice stick in serving bowl, and add beef on top.
Pour boiling hot beef broth over the sliced beef to cook it.
Garnish and serve.
Serve with the fresh herbs, bean sprouts, and a side of lime wedge.