rice vermicelli & glass noodles

Discover a great range of authentic vermicelli noodles for use in Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Singaporean and Malaysian cuisine. With a delicate texture, vermicelli noodles are great at absorbing sauces, making them popular staples for stir-fries, soups & spring rolls.

 

what are chinese vermicelli noodles? 

Sometimes referred to as rice vermicelli to distinguish it from the more pasta-like Italian vermicelli, these noodles are known by several different names. Some may refer to them more generally as rice noodles.

 

Rice vermicelli noodles are, unsurprisingly, made from rice flour. They are very long and thin, making them popular for use in stir-fries such pancit bihon, laksa and other soups as well as spring and summer rolls. Rice vermicelli also work well in cold dishes like salads. 

 

Because they are so thin, many recipes simply call for these Chinese vermicelli noodles to be soaked in hot water rather than boiled.

 

shop cellophane,  crystal & glass noodles

Within the overarching vermicelli noodle category, you may also come across glass noodles. Like rice vermicelli, these noodles are thin and delicate with a slightly chewier texture. However, they are typically made from mung bean starch or sweet potato starch, which gives them a transparent appearance.

 

It’s this transparent look that gives glass noodles their name. They may also get called cellophane noodles or crystal noodles. Glass noodles are enjoyed in a range of cuisines including Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese and South Korean. Korean japchae is perhaps the most famous dish that uses glass noodles.