Vermicelli (Semiya ) Pulihora (Puliyogare ) Recipe

Name: Vermicelli (Semiya ) Pulihora (Puliyogare )
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Semiya / vermicelli 1 cup; Oil 2 table spoons; Lemon Juice 4 table spoons (according to taste ); Salt according to taste; Sugar 1 pinch; Red chilies 2; Green chilies 1 sliced length wise; Ginger chopped finely 1 table spoon; Curry leaves few; Mustard seeds 1/2 teaspoon; Split chick pea seeds 1 table spoon; Black gram 1 table spoon; Cumin Seeds 1/2 teaspoon; Cashew nuts few; Groundnuts few; Hing / asafoetida 2 pinches; Turmeric 1/4 teaspoon

Servings: persons

Semiya / vermicelli 1 cup
Oil 2 table spoons
Lemon Juice 4 table spoons (according to taste )
Salt according to taste
Sugar 1 pinch
Red chilies 2
Green chilies 1 sliced length wise
Ginger chopped finely 1 table spoon
Curry leaves few
Mustard seeds 1/2 teaspoon
Split chick pea seeds 1 table spoon
Black gram 1 table spoon
Cumin Seeds 1/2 teaspoon
Cashew nuts few
Groundnuts few
Hing / asafoetida 2 pinches
Turmeric 1/4 teaspoon

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["Take a pan add 1 teaspoon of oil , and fry vermicelli until it turns light golden brown , now add about 1.5 cups of water and let cook until vermicelli is done or becomes transparent. Swtich off the stove and transfer into a plate to cool .", "In a separate pan add oil and tempering , when sputters ,transfer into a bowl . Now toss in some salt, sugar and mix in the vermicelli along with the tempering .", "Splash in some lime juice and give it a final toss . Serve hot or cold .", "Notes:
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Do fry the vermicelli to get the silky and smooth grained texture otherwise your dish may end up mushy
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Do give the cooked vermicelli some time to cool , this helps vermicelli to retain it's shape separating from each grain
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You can add tamarind pulp (fried ) instead of lime juice .
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Let sit the dish for 5 minutes after done , for the lime juice to make it's magic"]

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Semiya / vermicelli 1 cup, Oil 2 table spoons, Lemon Juice 4 table spoons (according to taste ), Salt according to taste, and more.

Yes, Vermicelli (Semiya ) Pulihora (Puliyogare ) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vermicelli (Semiya ) Pulihora (Puliyogare )

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