Fideos a la Mexicana

Fideos a la Mexicana is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican pasta dish that combines toasted vermicelli with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, creating a satisfying meal. This Kosher version ensures that everyone can enjoy its deliciousness without compromising dietary restrictions.

Ingredients

• Vermicelli pasta - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Vegetable broth - 400 ml
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced red and green bell peppers, and sauté for 5 minutes until they start to soften.
5. Incorporate the chopped tomato, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine.
6. Add the vermicelli pasta to the pan, stirring to coat it in the vegetable mixture.
7. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pan.
8. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
9. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber and essential nutrients from vegetables.
• Contains antioxidants from tomatoes and bell peppers.

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