Vermicelli
Vermicelli (China)
8 ounces Chinese rice vermicelli or bean threads
3 cups vegetable oil
Cut bundle of vermicelli in half
Gently pull each half apart into small bunches
Heat oil in wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 375 deg F
Using long h&led tongs or spoon, place a bunch of vermicelli in the hot oil (cook only one small bunch at a time)
Cook until vermicelli rises to the top, 3 to 5 seconds
Immediately remove vermicelli from oil with tongs or slotted spoon
Drain on absorbent paper
Repeat to cook remaining bunches
Makes about 4 servings
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