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Crispy Rice Noodles Recipe

Surprisingly simple to make, Crispy Rice Noodles might seem like a tricky, complicated addition, but they puff up in a matter of seconds—if your oil is hot enough! These light, crunchy vermicelli noodles will elevate your lettuce wraps, stir-fries, soups and salads from everyday mundane to restaurant-quality in minutes.

Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
8 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 81 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Dinner
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup peanut oil or canola oil
  • 4 ounces Vermicelli rice noodles

Instructions

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  1. Pour the peanut oil into a small pot set over high heat until there is at least 1 inch of oil. (You may not need the entire ¾ cup.) Heat 3-4 minutes, then test the oil to see if it is hot by adding in a single vermicelli noodle. If it is ready, the noodle will puff up almost instantaneously.
  2. Once oil is hot, add vermicelli noodles 1-2 tablespoons at a time. Cook until golden and puffy, no more than 10 seconds. Flip and repeat on the other side.
  3. Line a plate with paper towels. Transfer finished noodles to the paper towel-lined plate to drain and repeat with the remaining vermicelli noodles.
  4. Serve with PF Chang's chicken lettuce wraps, on soup or salads, or sprinkle with salt or seasonings for a quick snack!

Notes

  • Nutrition: Facts are estimates based on the noodles absorbing only a small amount of oil and no salt being added.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 days. Avoid refrigeration since it will make them soften.

Nutrition Information

Calories 81kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 0.5g (1%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Sodium 26mg (1%) Potassium 4mg (0%) Fiber 0.2g (1%) Calcium 3mg (0%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 81

% Daily Value*

Calories 81kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 0.5g 1%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 26mg 1%
Potassium 4mg 0%
Fiber 0.2g 1%
Calcium 3mg 0%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.