Namkeen Sevai, also known as Spicy Vermicelli, is a popular Indian breakfast or snack. This recipe is a quick and easy way to make it at home. It can be served as an evening or a breakfast snack.

Ingredients for Namkeen Sevai / Spicy Spaghetti:

• 200g vermicelli noodles
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 spring Curry leaves
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 green chili, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans)
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
• Lemon wedges for serving
  

Cooking Directions for Namkeen Sevai / Spicy Spaghetti:

Step 1

Cook vermicelli according to package instructions, drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a pan, heat 2 tbsp of oil over medium heat.

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds and let them crackle for a few seconds.

Step 3

Add chopped onion, green chili and curry leaves and sauté until the onion turns translucent.

Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.

Step 4

Add mixed vegetables and sauté for 2-3 minutes until cooked but still crisp.

Step 5

Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder and salt to taste. Mix well.

Step 6

Add the cooked vermicelli and mix well with the vegetables and spices.

Garnish vermicelli with fresh cilantro and serve hot with lemon wedges.

Enjoy your homemade Namkeen Sevai!

If you want to try a dessert type dish, known as sweet vermicelli check this recipe:
Sweet Vermicelli/Spaghetti (Meethi Sevai) Cooking recipe