Vermicelli
Vermicelli
Vermicelli (/ˌvɜːrmɪˈtʃɛli/; Italian: [vermiˈtʃɛlli]) is a traditional type of pasta round in section similar to spaghetti. The term vermicelli is also used to describe various types of thin noodles in Asia. In English, the Italian term refers to a specific type of pasta, while in Italian it refers to a general category of pasta.
Etymology
The term "vermicelli" is derived from the Italian vermicelli, which means "little worms". The name is a reflection of the pasta's thin, worm-like appearance. The first known use of the term "vermicelli" in English was in the 1660s.
Types
In Italy, vermicelli is slightly thicker than spaghetti, but in the United States, it is instead slightly thinner. Vermicelli is also used to describe various types of thin noodles from Asia. For example, in Vietnam, bún is a type of rice vermicelli.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vermicelli
- Wikipedia's article - Vermicelli
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