Lebanese Rice with Vermicelli Noodles
This quick and easy rice dish is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine. Vermicelli noodles are cooked until golden brown then tossed with white rice and cooked together for the perfect rice side dish.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 12 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- ⅓ cup Vermicelli Noodles
- 1½ cups White Rice
- 2 tb. Vegetable Oil
- 1 tsp. Salt
- 2¼ cups Water
Instructions
- 1
Soak the rice in cold water and rinse until the water runs clear. (About 3-4 times)
- 2
In a deep pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.Add the vermicelli noodles and cook for about 3-5 minutes until golden brown. *Keep your eye on the noodles as they go from perfect to burnt in less than a minute!
- 3
Add the washed rice and mix together.
- 4
Add the water and salt and mix until combined.Cook over medium heat until boiling.
- 5
Once the water begins boiling, reduce heat to low and cover with lid.Cook for 12-15 minutes until fluffy.