How to make Lebanese Rice with Vermicelli

Lebanese rice is a staple dish enjoyed by everyone, including locals and tourists. It is one of the simplest dishes to make, and you can serve it with anything. It has three primary ingredients: rice, vermicelli pasta, and olive oil. You can top the dish with toasted pine nuts and almonds.

Although Lebanese rice with vermicelli is a vegan dish, you can cook it with broth for extra flavor. On the other hand, you can use cumin, bay leaf, and cinnamon as seasonings for a more delicious taste.

You can find Lebanese rice with vermicelli in different restaurants across Lebanon. However, if you want to experience the fresh aroma and mouthwatering taste, making the dish at home is better. Today’s article will give you a list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions to make Lebanese rice with vermicelli. Read on!

Ingredients

• Two tablespoons of olive oil
• One cup of vermicelli noodles
• Two cups of rice – you can also use basmati rice
• One teaspoon of table salt
• Water for covering the rice

Instructions

1. Wash the rice to remove the starch
2. Soak the rice in cold water for 10-15 minutes
3. Heat the olive oil or vegetable oil on medium heat in the pot
4. Add the vermicelli pasta to the pot when the oil is hot
5. Stir the pasta using a wooden spoon to make it golden brown
6. Add the drained rice to the pot and mix it with the toasted vermicelli
7. Add some water to the pot and cover the rice by one centimeter
8. Now, bring the water to a boil and lower the heat
9. Cover the lid and set the timer to 15 minutes
10. Remove the pot after 15 minutes without removing the lid
11. Set aside the pot for 10-15 minutes
12. Next, remove the rid and use a fork to fluff the rice
13. Serve the Lebanese rice with vermicelli to your family