Step 1 : Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pot

Step 2 : Fry the chopped onions, ginger, cinnamon and star anise for a minute

Step 3 : Add the chicken and brown for a minute

Step 4 : Pour in the water and add the carrots, celery, potato and coriander

Step 5 : Leave to cook for 1 hour over a medium heat

Step 6 : Fry the shallots in the remaining 1 tbsp oil until brown

Step 7 : Add the shallots to the soup and season with salt and pepper

Step 8 : Remove the chicken and add the rice noodles

Step 9 : Leave the noodles to cook for 2 minutes

Step 10 : De-bone and shred the chicken

Step 11 : Transfer the shredded chicken to the soup and leave to cook for a further minute before serving