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Best Pancit

A delightful Filipino dish that combines fresh vegetables and noodles with savory flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 carrot julienned
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup cooked chicken shredded (or tofu for a vegetarian option)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 20 minutes until they are soft.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in the carrot, bell pepper, and cabbage. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in the cooked chicken or tofu, stirring well to combine.
  6. Once the noodles are soft, drain them and add them to the skillet.
  7. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Toss everything together.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Notes

Serve with lime wedges for a zesty finish.