Pancit Canton

Pancit Canton is a popular Filipino stir-fried noodle dish made with egg noodles, vegetables, meat (such as chicken, pork, and/or shrimp), and flavorful seasonings. It’s a beloved comfort food often served during special occasions, celebrations, and everyday meals in the Philippines. The dish is known for its savory taste and versatility, allowing for variations based on available ingredients and personal preferences.

“Pancit” is pronounced as “pahn-SEET.”

The beauty of Pancit Canton is that it can be made with the vegetables you desire, two meats and shrimp, two meats, or only one meat or shrimp. It is extremely versatile.

Pancit Canton

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Pancit Canton is a popular Filipino stir-fried noodle dish made with egg noodles, vegetables, meat (such as chicken, pork, and/or shrimp), and flavorful seasonings.

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, sliced
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 pound pork shoulder, sliced thinly
1 chicken breast, deboned and sliced thinly
1/2 pound shrimp, peeled
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup cabbage, shredded
1 cup green beans, julienned
2 carrots, julienned
3/4 cup dried black or shiitake mushrooms (optional)
1 (1 pound) package pancit canton (Chinese wheat noodles)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Patis (Filipino fish sauce) or oyster sauce, to taste
4 green onions, sliced
1 lemon, cut into wedges
Chopped walnuts (optional)

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Instructions

1. If using mushrooms, soak them in warm water for 30 minutes, then cut into strips, discarding the tough stems. Set aside.
2. Heat oil over medium-high heat in wok or large skillet. Saute garlic and onions until tender.
3. Add pork, chicken and/or shrimp, and cook until browned.
4. Add soy sauce, stirring to flavor.
5. Add chicken broth and bring to boil.
6. Add cabbage, green beans, carrots and mushrooms. Cook until vegetables are tender, yet crisp, 5 to 8 minutes.
7. Add noodles, mixing gently to prevent them from breaking. Cook until liquid is absorbed and noodles are done, about 10 minutes.
8. Remove from heat. Season with black pepper and patis.
9. Garnish with green onions. lemon wedges and chopped walnuts, if desired.

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