Sesame rice noodles

3 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4ouncesRice vermicelli
Hot water
tablespoonOriental sesame oil
1teaspoonChili oil
Or crushed red pepper flakes to taste
3Green onions, cut into slivers
½Red bell pepper, seeded, cut into paper-thin slivers
1cupFresh bean sprouts
¼cupFresh cilantro, minced
Salt to taste

Directions

1. Put vermicelli in a large bowl and cover with hot tap water. Soak until soft, 10 minutes; drain.

2. Heat both oils in a wok or large skillet over high heat. When it is hot, add noodles, stir well and cook 45 seconds. Add onions, bell pepper, sprouts, cilantro and salt; cook and stir 30 seconds. Remove from heat and serve hot or at room temperature.