Rice Noodles

Undoubtedly, the historical Indian culture is one of the most interesting cultures to study. Because of that, I did some research on their culture particularly on their food. What I found out is a recipe that is so easy and so fast to do, the rice noodles.

14 ounces rice noodles
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon black mustard seed
2 dried red chile peppers, chopped
4 tablespoons roasted peanuts
3/4 cup shredded or flaked coconut
1/4 cup water
fresh cilantro, for garnish

To start preparing rice noodles, place noodles in a medium size pot and add water, just to cover. Next, put some salt and boil. Then, after boiling 1 to 2 minutes, transfer the noodles to a colander and let cold water run through it for about 3 seconds. Drain the noodles and set aside. Afterwards, heat oil in a wok. When it is warm already, add the mustard seed, chile peppers and lentils and stir-fry until lentils start getting light brown. After that, add peanuts and stir-fry for 10 seconds. Then, stir in coconut and fry it until light brown and add cooked noodles and 1/4 cup water. Allow it to stir over heat for 10 to 20 seconds or until well mixed. Finally, garnish with cilantro and serve.