Bifun Noodles
Also indexed as: Mi Fun Noodles, Rice Stick Noodles, Rice
Vermicelli
Add these quick-cooking noodles to miso soup and stir-fried dishes.
These quick cooking wheat-free noodles are
hair-thin transparent noodles made from rice flour and a little potato starch.
Varieties
Bifun noodles are available in the traditional form (described above), and may contain some
flavors, such as mushroom or chili.
Buying and storing tips
Look for bifun noodles in the ethnic or pasta section of natural food, grocery, or
specialty or Asian markets. Store them, unopened, in a cool, dry cupboard for six to eight
months.
Availability
Bifun noodles are available year-round.
Preparation, uses, and tips
Add noodles a few at a time to boiling water. To prevent noodles from sticking to the
bottom of the pan, stir gently until the water returns to a rapid boil. Cook for five to six
minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Add to miso soup or to stir-fried dishes.
Nutritional Highlights
Bifun noodles (fresh), 1/2 cup (15g)
Calories: 142
Protein: 2g
Carbohydrate: 32g
Total Fat: 0.1g
Fiber: 0.4g
The information presented in this website is for informational purposes only and was created by a team of U.S. registered dietitians and food experts. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements, making dietary changes, or before making any changes in prescribed medications.
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