Pasta / Noodle | Vegetarian Low Fat Diet (wheat); Gluten Free Diet (rice vermicelli)

Vermicelli Noodles

N/A (culinary term) Allergens: Wheat (for wheat vermicelli); None (for rice vermicelli)
Vermicelli Noodles

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae (for wheat/rice)
  • Primary Cuisine Italian, East Asian, Southeast Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Wheat flour or Rice flour

What Is Vermicelli Noodles?

Very thin pasta or rice noodles, widely used in various global cuisines, known for their delicate texture.

What Does Vermicelli Noodles Taste Like?

Vermicelli Noodles has a neutral, starchy taste with mild, neutral aromas.

Taste
Neutral, Starchy
Texture
Silky, Tender, Fine, Slightly Chewy (when cooked)
Aroma
Mild, Neutral
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 56g (dry)
Calories350 kcal
Total Fat1.5 g
Saturated Fat0.3 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein12 g
Total Carbohydrate75 g
Dietary Fiber3 g
Total Sugars0.5 g
Calcium15 mg
Iron1.5 mg
Potassium100 mg

Chef’s Secret

For stir-fries or cold salads, rinse cooked vermicelli with cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.

Vermicelli Noodles Substitutes & Ratios

The best substitute for Vermicelli Noodles is Capellini (Angel Hair) Pasta, used at a 1:1 ratio. Closest pasta shape and thickness, good for hot dishes.

Substitutes for Vermicelli Noodles with ratios
Substitute Ratio Best for
Capellini (Angel Hair) Pasta Best 1:1 Closest pasta shape and thickness, good for hot dishes.
Thin Spaghetti 1:1 Slightly thicker, but still provides a similar mouthfeel in many dishes.
Rice Sticks (Bún) 1:1 Gluten-free alternative with similar texture, often used in Vietnamese cuisine.
Somen Noodles 1:1 Japanese wheat noodles, very thin and delicate, good for cold dishes.

How to Choose & Store Vermicelli Noodles

  1. Check ingredients for wheat (if gluten intolerant).
  2. Look for uniform strands without excessive breakage.

What Pairs Well With Vermicelli Noodles?

  • Soups (Pho)
  • stir-fries
  • spring rolls
  • noodle salads
  • seafood
  • vegetables.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Vermicelli Noodles taste like?

Neutral, Starchy Mild, Neutral

What is a good substitute for Vermicelli Noodles?

The best substitute is Capellini (Angel Hair) Pasta (1:1). Closest pasta shape and thickness, good for hot dishes.

How do you choose and store Vermicelli Noodles?

Check ingredients for wheat (if gluten intolerant). Look for uniform strands without excessive breakage.

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