Easy Filipino Pancit Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Servings: 4–6

Ingredients

• 8 oz rice noodles (bihon) or egg noodles

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 small onion, sliced

• 1 cup shredded cabbage

• 1 cup julienned carrots

• 1 cup green beans, sliced

• 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (or pork/shrimp)

• 2–3 cups chicken broth

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce

• ½ tsp ground black pepper

• Lemon or calamansi wedges, for serving

• Optional garnish: sliced green onions, fried garlic

Instructions

1. Prepare the noodles: If using rice noodles, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside.

2. Sauté aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, cooking until fragrant and translucent, about 2–3 minutes.

3. Cook the vegetables and protein: Add cabbage, carrots, green beans, and cooked chicken. Stir-fry for 3–5 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender.

4. Add noodles and sauces: Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and black pepper. Stir in noodles and toss until everything is evenly coated. Cook for 5–7 minutes until noodles absorb the liquid and are fully cooked.

5. Serve: Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with green onions, fried garlic, and a squeeze of lemon or calamansi juice.

Tips for Perfect Pancit

• Customize protein: Use shrimp, pork, or a mix for variety.

• Vegetable swaps: Bell peppers, snow peas, or bean sprouts work well.

• Don’t over-soak noodles: Rice noodles should be pliable but not mushy to prevent breaking during cooking.