Noodle i-d 8 Rice vermicelli

What

The world’s most versatile noodles. Throughout Asia, dried rice vermicelli pop up in spring rolls, slither into soups, find their way into a million stir fries, and puff up dramatically when deep fried. Known as rice stick noodles in China, these thin, dried, brittle white noodles are made from extruded rice flour paste. In Southern China, they are often matched with the local seafood.

Why

Because they give texture and contrast to a dish without adding too much bulk. Their neutral, almost bland taste makes them the perfect foil for curries and strongly flavoured dishes.