How to Make Fresh Pho Noodles

In Vietnam, we seldom use dried pho noodles sold in packets at the supermarket; instead, we use fresh noodles (bánh phở) that are available at local markets at a very low cost. Traditionally, noodles are made by soaking uncooked rice overnight in water to soften. The rice is then ground up and mixed with tapioca starch to get a white batter. The batter is then ladled and spread on a piece of cloth stretched over a steaming pot. The heated mixture hardens in a few minutes to fo