Simple and Delicious Pancit

This pancit dish delivers amazing flavor and comes together in just 30 minutes!

What Is Pancit?

Pancit is a traditional Filipino dish. While there are many variations, it always features rice noodles, vegetables, and often includes meats like pork or chicken.

How to Prepare Pancit

The full, step-by-step instructions are listed below, but here’s a quick summary of what you can expect when making homemade pancit:

1. Soak the rice noodles.
2. Sauté the onions and garlic in oil, then add the other ingredients.
3. Cook until the cabbage is tender, then mix in the softened noodles.
4. Top with lemon wedges as garnish.

Ideal Noodles for Pancit

Pancit is typically made with vermicelli rice noodles, which don’t need to be boiled—just soak them in water and they’re ready to use. If you don’t have rice noodles, you can substitute with udon or chow mein noodles.

How to Serve Pancit

Looking for serving ideas? We've got plenty! Browse our full selection of Filipino Recipes, or take a look at these delicious recipe collections for more inspiration:

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• 12 Filipino Pork Recipes

How to Store Pancit

Keep any leftover pancit in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days, or freeze it for up to three months. To reheat, simply thaw it in the fridge overnight.

Dinogo Community Tips and Praise

“A great beginner recipe,” says LittleMsBozzi. “I added some fish sauce, Maggi seasoning, shrimp, and soft-boiled eggs, and it turned out amazing.”

“This is my second time making it and it’s absolutely delicious,” praises SweetCatalyst. “The combination of soy sauce, garlic, onion, and lemon juice really makes the dish. Just a pinch of salt brought it all together perfectly.”

“I make this all the time now,” shares Sara Vogt. “It’s so easy, affordable, and reheats perfectly! Everyone I serve it to always asks for more!”

Editorial input by Corey Williams

Ingredients List

• 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 carrot, thinly sliced

• ¼ cup soy sauce

• 2 lemons - cut into wedges, for garnish

Instructions

Prepare all your ingredients.

Place the rice noodles in a large bowl, cover with warm water, and let them soften for 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

In the meantime, heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onions and garlic; cook and stir until the onions are tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add chicken, cabbage, carrots, and soy sauce. Continue cooking until the cabbage starts to soften.

Add the noodles and cook, stirring continuously, until they are heated through.

Transfer the pancit to a serving dish and garnish with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Information (per serving)