Pancit (Filipino)
A flavorful Filipino noodle dish combining tender meats, fresh vegetables, and savory broth, perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners craving authentic Asian flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts ⓘ
- 2 pork chops
- enough water to cover for broth ⓘ
- 2 carrots, cut into strips ⓘ
- 1/2 small cabbage, thinly sliced ⓘ
- 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
- a handful snow peas ⓘ
- a handful string beans ⓘ
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce ⓘ
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon salt ⓘ
- 1 green pepper, cut into strips ⓘ
- a handful shrimp (optional) ⓘ
- 1 package Pancit Kanton noodles or rice noodles ⓘ
Instructions
- Boil chicken breasts and pork chops together and reserve the broth.
- Cut the cooked chicken and pork into cubes or strips.
- Saute crushed garlic, chopped onions, and meat in oil until fragrant.
- Add remaining vegetables such as carrots, cabbage, celery, snow peas, string beans, green pepper, and shrimp if using; cook for a few minutes.
- Season with salt and soy sauce, then set the vegetables aside.
- Add noodles to the broth and cook until medium soft.
- Add the cooked vegetables and meats back into the noodles and mix gently.
- Do not overcook; serve hot with minimal liquid remaining.
Tips & Substitutions
For a heartier dish, consider adding more vegetables or even swapping out the chicken for Kotlety Pozharskie if you prefer ground meat. To enhance flavor, marinate the chicken and pork in soy sauce and garlic before boiling. If you want a gluten-free option, use rice noodles instead of Pancit Kanton noodles.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Pancit hot, garnished with lime wedges for a burst of freshness. It pairs beautifully with Chicken Katsu on the side or a simple cucumber salad for a refreshing contrast. For a complete meal, consider serving with steamed rice or a light soup.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover Pancit in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm it in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water or broth to keep it moist. Avoid microwaving as it may overcook the noodles.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Pancit (Filipino) contains roughly 193 calories, with 6g protein, 31g carbohydrates, and 5g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin A (41% of the Daily Value), and a good source of vitamin C and protein. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 3000mg per serving (130% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make Pancit ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the components of Pancit ahead of time. Cook the broth and meats, chop the vegetables, and even prepare the noodles in advance. Just combine everything shortly before serving to ensure the noodles remain firm.
What vegetables can I use in Pancit?
Feel free to customize the vegetables in Pancit based on your preference or what's in season. Bell peppers, peas, and bok choy all work well. If you're looking for a crunch, consider adding bean sprouts just before serving.
How do I make Pancit vegetarian?
To make a vegetarian version of Pancit, simply replace the chicken and pork with tofu or tempeh, and use vegetable broth instead of meat broth. Load up on a variety of vegetables for flavor and texture, and you’ll have a delicious meat-free dish.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).