- Pancit Recipe Ratings: 4.5/5
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
If you’re a Filipino food lover, then you are not unfamiliar with Pancit, a favorite dish made with noodles, vegetables and meat or seafood. Well, for this post, we’re going to show you a no-nonsense easy to follow pancit recipe that embodies the spirit of one great filipino dish.
It’s easy to prepare and a fantastic choice, no matter whether you’re going to feed the family on a weekday or have guests for supper.
A Quick History of Pancit
Pancit has a well rooted history as it was originated by Chinese migrant workers in the Philippines. It has developed into different regional types though it remains as one of the well-loved Filipino dishes. Here’s a brief history:
- Chinese Influence: It is actually an abbreviation of the Hokkien word “pian e sit,” which when translated in English means convenient food. This nut was introduced into the Philippines by the Chinese traders during the Spanish colonization period in this country.
- Filipino Custom: It is now a staple dish in all occasions of the Filipino culture and is usually present in birthdays due to its connotation of long life.
- Regional Varieties: Each part of the Philippines has even evolved its own kind: there is the famous Pancit Canton and there is Pancit Bihon.
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Ingredients for the dish
For this pancit recipe, we’ll be using noodles (either bihon or canton), along with a mix of vegetables, chicken, and seasonings to bring out authentic flavours. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 250g pancit noodles (bihon or canton)
- 200g chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp fish sauce (optional)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 cup cabbage, shredded
- 1/2 cup green beans, sliced diagonally
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- Lemon wedges (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Spring onions, for garnish
Steps to Make Pancit
This simple pancit recipe will only take less than 35 minutes, preparation time inclusive. Let’s get cooking!
Step 1: Prepare the Pancit Noodles
Begin this dish by soaking the noodles (if using bihon) in lukewarm water for 10 minutes and drain. If using pancit canton, put aside then add it straight to the broth after cooking.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok Conditions over Medium flame. When the garlic turns brown in color add the onions and stir until they emit a nice aroma.
Introduce the chicken strips and fry until they are equally brown on the outside. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce and fish sauce as the seasonings (Fish sauce can be omitted based on personal preference).
Step 3: Cook the Vegetables
Add the carrots, bell pepper, green beans and cabbage. Stir-fry for 3-4minutes or until the vegetables will no longer remain hard but they should be crispy.
Step 4: Combine the Noodles
Remove the chicken from the pan and pour the chicken broth into the same pan bringing to a simmer.
Finally, pour the noodles into the hot broth and mix it well with the sauce and the vegetables in a frequent manner. Simmer the dish until all the noodles have swollen up and are cooked through.
Step 5: Season and Serve
Add salt and pepper on the pancit and mix it well. Sprinkle freshly chopped onions on the top and accompany it with lemon halves on the side for the lemony sensation.
Nutritional Value of the recipe
This dish is not only flavourful but also a relatively healthy option, especially when loaded with vegetables. Here’s a rough breakdown of the nutritional value for one serving (assuming four servings):
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fats: 8g
- Fiber: 6g
- Vitamin A: 80% of the daily recommended intake
- Vitamin C: 45% of the daily recommended intake
While the nutritional value can vary based on the type of pancit noodles used and the amount of oil and meat added, this dish is a balanced source of carbohydrates, protein, and essential vitamins from the vegetables.
Varieties You Can Try
Another advantage of understand the pancit is that it is very convenient since there is no limit in combination. Absolutely, there are so many ways in preparing it relative to the selected noodles the proteins, and the vegetables that one feels are best for the dish. Here are a few popular pancit varieties you can experiment with:
- Bihon noodles: It is a dish prepared using thin rice noodles stir with vegetables and some type of meat.
- Canton noodles: It is rice noodles fried with soybean sauce and vegetables such as carrots and beansprouts, seafoods or meat like prawns, chicken and beef.
- Pancit Malabon: The first is a rice noodle dish swimming in a seafood rich sauce.
- Pancit Palabok: Shrimps and eggs cooked with a mixture of an orange sauce poured over the noodles.
Pancit Noodles Cooking Tips
- Don’t Overcook the Noodles: Watch out for the noodles as they can soften if soaked in soup for long time.
- Balance the Vegetables and Meat: Pancit is all about proportions. Check that you have more potent elements such as fresh vegetables along with softer ingredients such as tender meat for a satisfying experience.
- Customizable Protein: Use the chicken but replace it with shrimp, pork or tofu depending on your preference.
This pancit recipe uses fresh, wholesome and readily available ingredients to come up with tasty mishmash that is ideal for any time. Whether Filipino cuisine is something you’re really into, or you enjoy exploring pancit noodles now and then, you will love this dish.
Therefore, collect your groceries and have a tasty, warm bowl of pancit now!
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