**Rice and Vermicelli: A Culinary Symphony of Textures and Flavors**
Embark on a culinary journey with Rice and Vermicelli, a delectable dish that tantalizes taste buds with its harmonious blend of textures and flavors. This iconic duo has graced dinner tables for generations, captivating hearts with its versatility and ease of preparation. From simple yet comforting one-pot meals to elaborate culinary creations, Rice and Vermicelli offer a canvas of possibilities for home cooks of all skill levels. In this comprehensive guide, we present a collection of recipes that showcase the diverse culinary expressions of Rice and Vermicelli. Discover classic dishes like the ever-popular Rice-A-Roni, where fluffy rice intertwines with delicate vermicelli, enveloped in a savory broth. Explore international delights such as the aromatic Indian Pulao, where fragrant spices dance with fluffy rice and vermicelli, creating a symphony of flavors. For a taste of the Mediterranean, indulge in the vibrant Greek pilaf, where rice and vermicelli mingle with fresh vegetables, herbs, and tangy feta cheese. Whichever recipe you choose, Rice and Vermicelli promise a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.
RICE A RONI™ SALAD
Great for a potluck. Variations may include adding more veggies or using shrimp instead of chicken.
Provided by Laurie Petrie
Categories Salad Grains Rice Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare rice mix as directed on package and chill.
- To the cooked rice, add the green onions, water chestnuts, celery, chicken, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well, chill and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 18.4 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 659.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
HOMEMADE RICE-A-RONI
This homemade rice-a-roni is a blend of rice and pasta cooked in butter, chicken broth and seasonings until light and fluffy. An easy side dish that tastes WAY better than the store bought kind!
Provided by Sara Welch
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the pasta to the pan and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the rice to the pan and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add the chicken broth, salt, garlic powder, onion powder and pepper to the pan.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the pan and turn the heat to low.
- Cook for approximately 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and sprinkle with parsley.
- Stir in tomatoes if using, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 kcal, Carbohydrate 94 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 426 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
HOMEMADE RICE-A-RONI
Provided by The Daring Gourmet
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the rice, orzo and nuts and saute, stirring frequently, until half of the rice and orzo is browned.
- Add the onion and cook for another two minutes.
- Add the chicken stock, salt and herbs and stir to combine.
- Bring it to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook as you would normally cook rice, about 15-20 minutes (if using white rice, longer if using brown) or until the rice is done.
- Fluff with a fork and serve immediately.
RICE AND VERMICELLI (RICE-A-RONI)
Home made rice-a-roni. Its just as easy to make, and significantly cheaper. You can find the short pieces of vermicelli in little bags by the Mexican food in most grocery stores, or you can bust up spaghetti noodles into 2 inch pieces. I buy the big cans of gravy mix, they last forever and are much cheaper than the little packets. I also keep frozen diced onions in my freezer for stuff like this.
Provided by Random Rachel
Categories Rice
Time 20m
Yield 1 batch
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- I make the noodle / rice blend up in a big batch ahead of time, and then measure out 3/4 cup when I want to use it. Simply mix equal amounts of noodles and rice. To make a single serving, I pour rice halfway to the 3/4 mark in my pyrex measuring cup, and then fill it the rest of the way with the pasta. Very easy.
- Heat the butter in a skillet. Add 3/4 cup of the rice/noodle mix, and brown, stirring frequently for a minute or two.
- Add the water, gravy mix, onion, and parsley. Heat to boiling, reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes.
RICE-AH-RONI
Here's my version of what's often called 'the San Francisco treat,' although the next time I see this served here will be the first time. I used real chicken broth and a variety of seasonings.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 38m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix together salt, pepper, coriander, mustard powder, celery salt, paprika, turmeric, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and pasta. Cook and stir until onions soften and pasta turns golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Stir in spice blend; cook and stir about 30 seconds. Add rice and stir until rice is coated with butter, about 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer. Stir; reduce heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid; cook for 17 minutes. Remove from heat; let covered skillet sit for 5 minutes. Remove lid and stir in parsley, fluffing rice and breaking up any clumps.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.4 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 1097.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
CHICKEN RICE-A-RONI®
Made with shredded chicken, tender basmati rice, and smoky-sweet, caramelized onions and peppers, this chicken Rice-A-Roni® was inspired by a Lebanese rice and vermicelli pilaf. Garnish with fresh herbs, lemon juice, chili flakes, hot sauce, or even garlic-infused yogurt!
Provided by Chef John
Categories Rice Main Dishes
Time 3h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Place chicken, celery, carrot, onion, and bay leaf in a stockpot and cover with water. Set over high heat, add salt, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the thighs and legs can be pulled easily from the carcass, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remove chicken to a bowl, carefully tipping the carcass to drain any broth from the cavity back into the stockpot.
- Let meat sit until it's cool enough to handle, 15 to 20 minutes. Separate skin, bones, and meat. Set aside 2 cups shredded meat (white, dark, or a combination of the two) for rice-a-roni and reserve the rest for another use.
- Transfer skin and bones back to the stockpot with the broth and simmer for 1 to 2 hours or until you need it. Strain.
- Combine oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. When hot and melted, add onion, bell pepper, and salt. Cook and stir until onion just starts to turn translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Add broken spaghetti and cook until toasted and light golden brown to dark brown in color, about 3 minutes; it's okay if the onions and peppers start to caramelize.
- Add rice and stir until completely coated. Add pepper, oregano, cumin, and saffron. Stir in 3 ½ cups chicken broth. Add cayenne, garbanzo beans, peas, and shredded chicken and return to a simmer.
- Cover tightly with a lid, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 15 minutes; do not lift the lid or stir during this time.
- Remove the lid and check the rice in a couple spots. It should be just barely tender. (If it seems undercooked, you can cover and cook for a few more minutes.) Replace the lid, turn off the heat, and let rice sit for 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle parsley and cilantro over top and stir to combine. Check for seasoning and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1380.8 calories, Carbohydrate 88.8 g, Cholesterol 313.2 mg, Fat 74.2 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 85.6 g, SaturatedFat 22.1 g, Sodium 2867.7 mg
A HOMEMADE SAN FRANCISCO TREAT: CHICKEN VERMICELLI RICE
Years ago, I came up with my clone of a dish my children really enjoyed. I wanted to use the freshest ingredients that I usually have on hand. Many years later, I find myself still making it. If serving a beef dish, substitute chicken bouillon with beef bouillon. Angel hair pasta can be broken into small pieces in place of vermicelli.
Provided by SHORECOOK
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook rice and vermicelli in hot butter until browned, about 3 minutes.
- Pour water over the rice mixture. Stir chicken bouillon, parsley, garlic powder, and onion powder into the water; bring to a boil, place a cover on the saucepan, reduce heat to low, and cook until the water has absorbed into the rice and pasta, about 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 310.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
NICE AND EASY RICE AND VERMICELLI
Make and share this Nice and Easy Rice and Vermicelli recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lori Mama
Categories White Rice
Time 30m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium sized pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- add onions and saute until softened.
- add garlic and cook until just fragrant.
- add rice/spaghetti and saute until golden in color.
- stir in the stock and bring to a boil.
- cook on low heat until rice mixture has absorbed all the liquid, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- adjust seasonings to your taste.
- add the parsley and fluff with fork to combine.
- serve immediately.
Tips:
- Use long-grain rice. This type of rice is less likely to stick together and will give you a fluffy, flavorful dish.
- Rinse the rice before cooking. This will remove the starch from the surface of the rice and help it cook more evenly.
- Use the right amount of water. The general rule of thumb is 1 cup of water for every 1/2 cup of rice.
- Bring the water to a boil before adding the rice. This will help to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer the rice for 18-20 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time.
- Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it stand for 5 minutes before fluffing it with a fork. This will help to keep the rice grains separate.
- Add the cooked vermicelli to the rice and stir to combine.
- Serve the rice and vermicelli immediately.
Conclusion:
Rice and vermicelli are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover rice and vermicelli, and it is also a budget-friendly meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying dish that your family and friends will love.
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