Fideo
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Fideo is the Spanish word for a noodle of any type. In Mexico, its name refers to a type of pasta similar to angel hair spaghetti. It is also known as vermicelli. In Spain it refers to very short noodles used in place of rice in some dishes.
It is commonly used in soups. There are a wide variety of recipes, but the basic recipe calls for lightly browning the fideo in oil, then adding a base of chicken or beef broth, with pureed tomato, chile peppers, garlic, and onion. Cilantro, beef, chicken, corn, or other ingredients may also be included. The mixture is then boiled until the fideo and ingredients are cooked. When served it can be garnished with lime or lemon juice, chile or hot sauce, or white Mexican cheese.
