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Browned-in-butter Vermicelli


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  • Author: Sarah Khanna
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Description

Served for a mid-week late lunch or early dinner, Egyptian Sha’reya is a great comfort food, especially on cold winter nights.


Ingredients

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  • Egyptian Vermicelli (Sha’reyya)
  • 500 grams/ 1 lb. of uncooked vermicelli
  • 1 full tablespoon of butter or ghee
  • 2 cups water
  • salt or sugar to taste

Instructions

  1. Break up your vermicelli into small equal bits.
  2. Fry in butter or ghee until it reaches a golden brown color.
  3. Add the water and salt and bring to a boil.
  4. When the water seems almost absorbed, lower your heat and continue to cook until done (al dente).
  5. Serve.