This classic Pansit recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory, salty, and fresh flavors. The dish centers on chewy rice sticks tossed with tender diced pork, sweet shrimp, and a colorful mix of shredded cabbage, carrots, and celery. Aromatics like onion and garlic build a deep flavor base, while soy sauce adds the signature umami depth. It’s a comforting yet vibrant meal that comes together quickly, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. The combination of texturesâÂÂfrom the crisp-tender vegetables to the soft noodlesâÂÂmakes every bite satisfying. Serve it hot, straight from the wok, for the best experience.
Pansit
Description
This classic Pansit recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory, salty, and fresh flavors. The dish centers on chewy rice sticks tossed with tender diced pork, sweet shrimp, and a colorful mix of shredded cabbage, carrots, and celery. Aromatics like onion and garlic build a deep flavor base, while soy sauce adds the signature umami depth. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting yet vibrant meal that comes together quickly, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. The combination of texturesâÂÂfrom the crisp-tender vegetables to the soft noodlesâÂÂmakes every bite satisfying. Serve it hot, straight from the wok, for the best experience.Ingredients
Directions
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Soak rice sticks in hot water for 15 minutes until softened, then drain.
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Chop 1 medium onion, shred 2 cups of cabbage, dice 1 lb of lean pork, and chop 1 stalk of celery (including 1/2 cup of leaves).
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Peel 1 lb of shrimp and dice them into medium-sized pieces.
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In a large pot or wok, brown the chopped onion, celery, carrots, cabbage, diced pork, and chopped garlic cloves.
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Drain the soaked rice sticks and add them to the browned ingredients, stirring well to combine.
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Add the diced shrimp to the mixture.
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Pour in enough broth (from bones or meat trimmings) to keep the pansit moist and simmer until the noodles are tender.
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Simmer until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
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Season with soy sauce to taste and add additional chopped garlic if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 48.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 34.7mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 10.9g4%
- Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
- Sugars 2.4g
- Protein 1.0g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Serve with lumpia, oriental pork, or chicken for a complete meal.
Adjust soy sauce quantity based on personal preference for saltiness.
Using bone broth or meat trimmings adds extra flavor and moisture to the dish.