Meliz Cooks EASY Vermicelli Rice

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

Heat sunflower or vegetable oil in a stainless steel pan over medium heat.

Test the oil temperature by adding a bit of vermicelli; it should sizzle if ready.

Add vermicelli to the pan and stir continuously until it turns a pale cream color, then to a light golden brown.

Remove the pan from heat and let it cool slightly before adding the washed rice.

Reheat the pan slightly, then add the washed rice to the vermicelli and stir to coat with oil.

Add two and a half mugs of chicken stock to one mug of rice, ensuring the same mug is used for both measurements.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a moderate simmer.

Simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until bubbles form at the top of the rice, indicating it's cooked.

Remove from heat and cover with a sheet of kitchen roll and then the lid to absorb excess moisture for about 10 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

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