Spanish noodles

Spanish Noodles

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makes
6 -8 servings

Spanish noodles, commonly known as fideo, have got to be included in your repertoire of side dishes.

It’s similar to Spanish rice but fideo pasta is thin with a completely different texture. It can usually be found in the ethnic or Latin food section of major supermarkets. If you can’t find it, simply use eight ounces of vermicelli noodles broken into small pieces.

A little bit of stirring and the noodles will cook quickly and become tender. The water should be absorbed for the most part, making the consistency perfect.

Spanish Noodles Recipe

what you'll need
  • 2 Tbsp oil
  • 8 oz bag fideo noodles, broken into small pieces, or 2 cups vermicelli noodles
  • 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 celery stalk, finely diced
  • 3 Roma tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 2 tsp chicken bouillon, or vegetable bouillion
Nutrition Facts
Spanish Noodles Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 207 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Sodium 277mg 12%
Potassium 31mg 1%
Total Carbohydrates 32g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 2g
Protein 5g 10%
Vitamin A 11%
Vitamin C 21%
Calcium 2%
Iron 1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
let's do it
  1. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. When oil is hot, add noodles and stir constantly until the majority of noodles are golden brown—approximately 3 minutes.
  2. Add onion, celery or tomatoes and cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Add water and bouillon and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and cook at a rapid simmer for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally. When noodles are tender and water is mostly absorbed, remove from heat. Consistency should be loose, but not soupy.
One Last Thing

Be sure to use Roma tomatoes in the sauce. They’re thick and meaty—perfect for this recipe.

Spanish noodles