Vermicelli: meaning, definitions and examples

Used in various cuisines, often in soups, stir-fries, and salads. It has a slightly thicker texture than angel hair pasta.

• She added vermicelli noodles to the chicken soup for a hearty meal
• The stir-fry included beef and vermicelli for an extra layer of flavor

Commonly used in Italian dishes, especially with light sauces or in delicate dishes due to its extremely thin shape.

• The angel hair pasta was tossed with a light tomato-basil sauce for a fresh summer dinner
• Angel hair pasta works perfectly in this aglio e olio recipe

Frequently used in Asian cuisines, particularly in dishes like pho or pad Thai. These have a different texture compared to wheat-based noodles.

• The pho was garnished with fresh herbs and a generous portion of rice noodles
• To make vegetarian pad Thai, use rice noodles and a mix of vegetables

A versatile pasta that can be used in a variety of dishes, from classic Italian recipes to casseroles. Thicker than angel hair but thinner than regular spaghetti.

• For a quick dinner, she prepared thin spaghetti with garlic and olive oil
• The thin spaghetti held up well in the baked pasta dish