Line a baking sheet with a few layers of paper towels.
Heat 4 cups/960ml oil in a deep-fat fryer to 350°F (180°C).
Divide the rice sticks into ½-ounce portions (you can use scissors).
Drop each rice stick portion into the hot oil. Fry it for 2 seconds until it rises to the surface and turns a white color. With a skimmer, remove the rice nood