Sen Mee (Fine Rice Vermicelli)
スープをたっぷり吸い込む！そうめんのように細いビーフン
Description
'Fine Noodles'. Extremely thin, thread-like rice vermicelli. Because of its massive surface area, it absorbs light, clear broths (Nam Sai) exceptionally well.
Classification: Noodles
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How to use
Ingredients
- Rice flour
- Water
Instructions
- (Prep) Blanches in seconds. For stir-fries, soak in water then toss rapidly in a wok.
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Key spices
None
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Taiwanese/Chinese rice vermicelli
Pairing
Nam Sai (Clear broth) / Look Chin (Meatballs)
Trivia
[Difference] Sen Lek is for chewiness; Sen Mee is purely designed to 'trap and lift broth' with its capillary action.
Eating tips & etiquette
Cooks and softens quickly, so eat immediately. Highly popular among health-conscious women as a light option.
Allergen
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