Description
Pancit Bihon is a classic Filipino noodle stir-fry with rice vermicelli, chicken, vegetables, and a splash of citrus. This comforting dish is perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, delivering a balanced umami flavor and vibrant colors in every bite.
Ingredients
200g rice vermicelli noodles
250g chicken breast or pork, thinly sliced
100g shrimp or Chinese sausage (optional)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, sliced
1 carrot, julienned
100g green beans, sliced
1 cup cabbage, shredded
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 lemon or 4 calamansi, cut into wedges
2 stalks green onions, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Soak rice noodles in warm water until pliable, drain well.
- Slice all meat and vegetables thinly for even cooking.
- In a wok, sauté garlic and onion until golden and fragrant.
- Add chicken (and shrimp or sausage if using), cook until just done.
- Toss in carrots, green beans, and cabbage; stir-fry briefly.
- Add noodles, soy sauce, and fish sauce; toss gently to coat and heat through.
- Squeeze lemon or calamansi over the dish, garnish with green onions, and serve.
Notes
Don’t over-soak noodles; they should be pliable, not soft.
Use a large wok or pan to prevent overcrowding.
Add a splash of water when reheating to keep noodles moist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: pancit, bihon, noodles, Filipino, stir-fry