vermicelli
/ˌvəːmɪˈtʃɛli
/ /ˌvɛːmɪˈtʃɛli/ /ˌvəːmɪˈsɛli/plural noun
1Pasta in the form of long slender threads.Place bean thread or rice vermicelli noodles in a pot, cover with hot water and allow to stand until tender....
- Chaariya are short thin noodles, similar to vermicelli.
- Rice vermicelli noodles add extra interest, and handfuls of herbs make up the necessary greenery.
2British Shreds of chocolate used to decorate cakes or other sweet foods.
Origin
Italian, plural of vermicello, diminutive of verme 'worm', from Latin vermis.