Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles

Name: Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 8 oz Canton egg noodles (or yakisoba noodles); 8 oz pork shoulder, thinly sliced; 8 oz medium shrimp, peeled, deveined; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced; 2 cups green cabbage, shredded; 1 cup carrots, julienned; 1 cup snap peas (or snow peas); 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tbsp oyster sauce; 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 4 green onions, sliced; 4 calamansi or lime wedges

A beloved Filipino stir-fried noodle dish loaded with pork, shrimp, and vegetables tossed in a savory soy-oyster sauce. Quick to cook and deeply satisfying, it is a staple at Filipino gatherings and weeknight tables alike.

35 minEasyServes 4430 cal/serving

FilipinoLunchStovetopStandardHigh Protein

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Ingredients

8 oz Canton egg noodles (or yakisoba noodles)
8 oz pork shoulder, thinly sliced
8 oz medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 cups green cabbage, shredded
1 cup carrots, julienned
1 cup snap peas (or snow peas)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
4 green onions, sliced
4 calamansi or lime wedges

Instructions

1

Cook 8 oz Canton egg noodles (or yakisoba noodles) according to package directions until just tender, then drain and set aside.
2

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add 1 medium thinly sliced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
3

Add 8 oz thinly sliced pork shoulder and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until cooked through to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
4

Add 8 oz peeled, deveined medium shrimp and stir-fry for 2 minutes until pink and cooked through.
5

Add 1 cup julienned carrots, 2 cups shredded green cabbage, and 1 cup snap peas (or snow peas). Stir-fry for 2 minutes until vegetables are just tender but still crisp.
6

Pour in 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth. Stir to combine, then add the drained noodles.
7

Toss everything together over high heat for 2 minutes until noodles absorb the sauce. Season with 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
8

Transfer to a serving platter and top with 4 sliced green onions. Serve immediately with calamansi or lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles reach?

For Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for calamansi in Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles?

The entry for Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles calls for 4 calamansi or lime wedges. In its place: Two parts lime juice to one part orange juice.

Can I use frozen shrimp instead of shrimp in Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles?

Yes; most shrimp sold as fresh were frozen once already. Thaw them under cold running water for about ten minutes and pat them very dry so they sear instead of steaming. As written, the entry for Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles uses 8 oz medium shrimp, peeled, deveined.

Does Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles contain shellfish?

Yes: 8 oz medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and 2 tbsp oyster sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, soy and shellfish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 50 g of protein in about 430 calories, alongside 22 g carbohydrate and 27 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 480 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein lunch collection.

Can I freeze Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles?

It is not a good candidate. Refrigerate what is left of Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Noodles within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it. The pasta keeps drinking the sauce as it sits; loosen it with a splash of water or stock.

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