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Pancit Palabok: Scrumptious Filipino Rice Noodles to Savor and Share

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  • Author: julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Filipino

Description

Pancit Palabok is a beloved Filipino dish that features thick rice noodles enveloped in a savory shrimp sauce, accentuated by the rich aroma of garlic and the crunch of crispy chicharrón. This vibrant, flavorful dish brings the warmth of family gatherings to your table, making it perfect for celebrations or any day you crave comfort food. With each bite, experience a delightful fusion of textures and tastes, inviting everyone to savor and share.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz thick rice noodles
  • 4 oz pork belly, diced
  • 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp annatto powder
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ cup chicharrón (crispy pork skin), crumbled
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, halved

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced pork belly until golden brown; remove excess fat but leave some for flavor.
  3. Sauté minced garlic and chopped onions in the same skillet until fragrant.
  4. Add annatto powder, soy sauce, fish sauce, and water. Simmer until slightly thickened; then add shrimp and cook until pink.
  5. Toss cooked rice noodles into the skillet with the sauce mixture until well-coated.
  6. Serve on plates topped with crumbled chicharrón and halved boiled eggs.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg