Rice with Vermicelli
Elevate your side dish game with this simple yet flavorful *Rice with Vermicelli* recipe, a timeless favorite in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. Toasted golden vermicelli pasta lends a nutty richness to tender long-grain white rice, while butter and olive oil add depth and silkiness. With minimal ingredients—water, salt, and essential pantry staples—this dish is effortlessly easy to make and ready in just 30 minutes. Its versatility makes it the perfect pairing for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or hearty stews. Plus, the secret technique of toasting vermicelli before simmering gives it an unforgettable aromatic twist. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this crowd-pleasing recipe delivers flavor and texture in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 0.5 cup vermicelli pasta
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain the rice in a fine-mesh sieve.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the vermicelli to the saucepan and stir constantly until the vermicelli turns golden brown, being careful not to burn it. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
Once the vermicelli is toasted, add the butter to the saucepan and let it melt.
Add the rinsed and drained rice to the saucepan, stirring gently to coat the rice and vermicelli with the melted butter.
Pour in 2 cups of water and add salt, stirring once to combine everything.
Increase the heat to high, bringing the mixture to a boil.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
Let it simmer for 15-18 minutes until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from the heat, and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam and settle.
Fluff the rice with a fork before serving. Adjust the seasoning with more salt if necessary.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
990 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2381 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.3 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.6 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 196 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
