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Vermicelli Noodle Rice


Soft & fluffy vermicelli noodle rice – called Ruz b Shaariyyeh. A staple Arabic rice dish in the Middle Eastern cuisine. Pairs with anything!

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Vermicelli Noodle Rice

Recipe by Waseem HijaziCourse: Sides, RiceCuisine: Arab, Middle EasternDifficulty: Easy
Servings

8

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

25

minutes
Total time

40

minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1/4 cup vermicelli noodles

  • 2 cups long grain white rice – or Basmati

  • 4 cups of water

  • 2 tsp salt – adjust to taste

  • 3 bayleaves

Directions

  • Rinse the rice thoroughly until water runs clear. Soak in cold water in a bowl for 15 minutes. Drain and rinse again.
  • Add oil to a medium pot over high heat. Once hot, stir in the vermicelli noodles for a minute until lightly browned.
  • Add the rice and stir to combine with the noodles. Toast for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the water and salt. Stir and bring it to a boil. Add the bayleaves. Cover, and turn the heat down to low.
  • Cook for 20 to 25 minutes, until water is dissolved. Remove from heat. Let it stand for 5 minutes before removing the lid. Remove the bayleaves and fluff with a fork to serve.
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