Filipino Pancit Recipe
This classic Filipino Pancit recipe combines rice noodles with sautéed vegetables, tender shredded chicken, and savory sauces for a flavorful and comforting noodle dish. Perfect for celebrations or a hearty everyday meal, this recipe offers a delicious balance of textures and vibrant flavors.
- Author: mia
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Filipino
- Diet: Halal
Noodles
Sauté Base
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Vegetables
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- ½ small cabbage, shredded
- ½ cup snow peas, trimmed
Protein
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
Seasonings and Sauces
- ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Liquids
- 2 cups low sodium or no sodium added chicken broth
Garnishes
- ½ lemon, sliced (for serving)
- Fresh cilantro or chopped green onions (for garnish)
- Soak Noodles: Place the rice noodles in a large bowl and cover them with warm water. Let them soak for about 10 minutes until softened. Drain the noodles well and set aside.
- Cook Aromatics: Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent and the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Add Vegetables: Add the julienned carrot, shredded cabbage, and trimmed snow peas to the wok. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3-4 minutes, ensuring they remain tender but still crisp.
- Add Chicken: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and cook for another 2 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Season: Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Add Broth and Noodles: Pour the chicken broth into the wok and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the drained noodles and gently toss everything together so the noodles absorb the flavorful liquid.
- Cook the Noodles: Continue cooking and tossing the noodles for another 3-5 minutes until fully cooked and infused with the savory sauce.
- Serve: Transfer the pancit to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped green onions and serve with lemon slices on the side to squeeze over the dish as desired.
Notes
- Use low sodium soy sauce and chicken broth to control salt content.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or pork for variation.
- Soaking noodles in warm water is important to prevent them from becoming mushy when cooked.
- Add vegetables of choice like bell peppers or green beans based on availability.
- Serving with lemon slices adds a fresh, tangy element that brightens the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Filipino Pancit, Pancit Recipe, Filipino Noodles, Stir-fry Noodles, Chicken Pancit, Filipino Cuisine