Classic Turkish rice pilaf with vermicelli noodles, cooked in butter and stock. Simple yet elegant with toasted pasta adding texture and golden color, served as essential accompaniment to Turkish meals or as base for more elaborate pilavs.
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Melt butter in large pot over medium heat
Add vermicelli pieces and sauté, stirring constantly, until golden brown, about 5 minutes
Add rinsed rice and stir to coat with butter, cook for 2 minutes
Add hot stock, salt, and black pepper, stir once
Bring to boil, then heat to low, cover tightly, and for 15 minutes
Remove from heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes to finish steaming
Fluff gently with fork, mixing vermicelli throughout rice
