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How to Cook Rice Noodles

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Rice vermicelli is a thin form of noodle. It is sometimes referred to as rice noodles or rice sticks, but should not be confused with cellophane noodles, a different Asian type of vermicelli made from mung bean starch or rice starch rather than rice grains themselves.
Notably, they're suitable for people with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity. Rice noodles are low in fat and moderate in calories, making them a healthy option. Try pairing them with high fiber veggies and tasty sauces — though you may want to limit your use of high sodium add-ins like soy sauce.
The rice noodles are harder. They usually need to be boiled in boiling water before they can be eaten. Unlike vermicelli which only needs a small amount of water to boil, the taste of vermicelli is relatively smooth. Vermicelli is a long, thin noodle, similar to spaghetti.
How Do You Cook Rice Noodles? Rice noodles are very easy for home cooks to make — simply soak them in warm water (not cold water, not hot water) for 10-15 minutes, or until they are soft. Unlike wheat pasta, you don't need to boil rice noodles; the warm water is enough to cook them through.
One serving of vermicelli contains significantly lower calories than other pasta, noodles and rice varieties. Additionally, it is low in fat and high in fibre, which helps in keeping you full for longer periods, reducing the need for snacking between meals.