Well, whatever it was it was delious . Seen a lot of food tv folks eating Pho (FAH) and they all raved about it. First bite was ok but then I added a squeeze of line, some cilantro, beam sprouts, basil and saricha (a lot) and it made all the difference. Not something I'll eat all the time but it was very good and I can check it off my bucket list of things I want to try. BBQ is on the menu tonight!!