Jan 30, 2024, 08:43 AM IST

5 nutritious vermicelli dishes

Srishty Choudhury

Vermicelli dishes not only offer variety but also provide a nutritious alternative to traditional wheat-based dishes.

Vermicelli Upma

Sauté mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves in oil. Add chopped vegetables like carrots, peas, and bell peppers. Stir in roasted vermicelli and cook with water until it softens. Garnish with coriander and serve hot.

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Vermicelli Salad

Boil vermicelli and let it cool. Toss with diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and bell peppers. Add olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for a refreshing salad.

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Vermicelli Kheer

Boil vermicelli in milk until it softens. Sweeten with condensed milk or sugar and add cardamom for flavor. Garnish with chopped nuts and serve chilled.

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Stir-Fried Vermicelli with Vegetables

Sauté vermicelli with a mix of colourful vegetables like broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers. Add soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for an Asian twist.

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Vermicelli Pongal

Cook vermicelli with split yellow moong dal, ghee, and water until it reaches a porridge-like consistency. Season with black pepper, cumin, and garnish with cashews and curry leaves.

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