vermicelli

Directions

1. 1

   Vermicelli (China) 8 ounces Chinese rice vermicelli or bean threads 3 cups vegetable oil Cut bundle of vermicelli in half

2. 2

   Gently pull each half apart into small bunches

3. 3

   Heat oil in wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 375 degrees F

4. 4

   Using long handled tongs or spoon, place a bunch of vermicelli in the hot oil (cook only one small bunch at a time)

5. 5

   Cook until vermicelli rises to the top, 3 to 5 seconds

6. 6

   Immediately remove vermicelli from oil with tongs or slotted spoon

7. 7

   Drain on absorbent paper

8. 8

   Repeat to cook remaining bunches