Turkish Rice (Vermicelli Rice)

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Pour the rice into a very large bowl under cold running water and carefully drain the water out through a sieve. Repeat a few times until the water in the bowl is clear.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Fill the bowl with cold water and leave the rice to soak for 10 minutes while you cook the vermicelli.

   10 min
3. 3
   Step 3:

   Put the oil into a medium pan over medium heat.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   Add the vermicelli and stir continuously until the strands turn a rich golden brown, 2–3 minutes.

   2–3 min
5. 5
   Step 5:

   Remove the pan from the heat, stir through the butter until it melts, and allow the vermicelli to cool for 1–2 minutes.

   1–2 min
6. 6
   Step 6:

   Drain the rice thoroughly through a sieve. Add the rice to the pan and stir well.

7. 7
   Step 7:

   Pour the hot stock into the pan, sprinkle in the salt, and stir well. Return the pan to the hob over high heat and bring to the boil.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover the pan with a lid, and simmer for 7–9 minutes.

   7–9 min
9. 9
   Step 9:

   Remove the pan from the heat, cover with a couple of sheets of kitchen paper or a light tea towel and the pan lid, and let the rice sit for 10 minutes.

   10 min
10. 10
    Step 10:

    Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.