Vermicelli Rice | Egyptian Pilaf | Egyptian Vermicelli Rice Recipe | Allspice Institute

vermicelli pasta

🥗Healthier: whole wheat vermicelli

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat vermicelli adds fiber, while spaghetti is a budget-friendly alternative.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier with good fats, while margarine is often less expensive.

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa offers more protein and nutrients, while white rice is a cost-effective staple.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Cilantro adds a fresh flavor, while green onions are often less expensive.

Soak basmati rice in cold water for 30 minutes and rinse well.

Heat 2-3 tablespoons of canola oil in a saucepan over low heat.

Add vermicelli pasta and stir continuously until it turns dark brown.

Slowly add the soaked rice to the vermicelli, ensuring it is well coated with oil.

Pour in 1.5 cups of water for every cup of rice and add bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

Bring the mixture to a boil on high heat for 5 minutes.

Reduce heat to the lowest setting, wrap the lid with a towel, and cover the pot.

Cook for an additional 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork.

Turn off the heat and keep the pot covered until ready to serve.

Add lemon zest and serve with lemon slices on the side.

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