Description
Quick and Easy Pancit is a traditional Filipino noodle dish featuring tender rice noodles tossed with stir-fried chicken, fresh cabbage, and carrots, all seasoned perfectly with soy sauce. This recipe is simple to prepare, making it an ideal weeknight meal that bursts with authentic flavors and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 (12 ounce) package dried rice noodles
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups diced cooked chicken breast meat
- 1 small head cabbage, thinly sliced
- 4 carrots, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 lemons, cut into wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and have them ready before starting the cooking process to ensure a smooth workflow.
- Soften Noodles: Place the dried rice noodles in a large bowl and cover with warm water. Let them soak for 8 to 10 minutes until softened. Drain well and set aside to prevent overcooking during stir-frying.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the finely diced onion and minced garlic, cooking and stirring until the onion is tender and translucent, about 3 to 5 minutes. This step builds the base flavor for the dish.
- Add Vegetables and Chicken: Stir in the diced cooked chicken breast, thinly sliced cabbage, and carrots into the pan. Pour in the soy sauce to season. Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to soften but still retains some crunch, usually 4 to 5 minutes.
- Combine Noodles: Toss in the softened rice noodles, stirring constantly to evenly combine all ingredients and heat the noodles through without breaking them. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until everything is hot and well mixed.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the pancit to a serving dish and garnish with lemon wedges on the side. The lemon juice adds a refreshing zest that complements the savory flavors of the dish.
Notes
- This pancit recipe is easy to make with stir-fried chicken, shredded cabbage, and sliced carrots tossed with rice noodles and flavored with soy sauce.
- Use warm water to soften the rice noodles to avoid them becoming mushy.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity to suit your preferred saltiness level.
- For added zest, squeeze lemon juice over the dish before eating.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 369
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 789 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
