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Rice Noodles

Grains

Thin, delicate noodles made from rice flour and water. Gluten-free with a neutral flavor. Used in pad thai, pho, stir-fries, and Asian noodle dishes.

2 substitutes

Substitutes

Buckwheat Groats, Roasted, Cooked

1:1

Soba noodles (made from buckwheat) are a natural substitute. Slightly earthy flavor. Serve hot in broths or cold with dipping sauce. Note: many soba noodles contain wheat, check labels.

βœ…Best for: noodle soups, cold noodle dishes, stir-fries
⚠️Not for: dishes requiring a neutral flavor

Pasta, Cooked, Enriched, with Added Salt

1:1

Regular thin pasta (vermicelli, angel hair) works well as a substitute in most noodle dishes. Not gluten-free.

βœ…Best for: stir-fries, noodle soups, pasta salads
⚠️Not for: gluten-free diets