Easy Filipino Pancit Bihon
Comfort Filipino food pancit bihon is easy to cook food. Perfect dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 package pansit bihon (rice stick noodles)
- 2 cups boneless thighs, thinly sliced
- 5 cups water
- 1/2 cup dark soy sauce
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 small red bell pepper, julienned
- salt and ground black pepper, to taste (or as needed)
- 3 cubes chicken bouillion
- freshly chopped scallions (optional, for garnish)
- kalamansi, lemon or lime (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the noodles: Soak the pancit bihon in a large bowl of water for 20-30 minutes or until softened. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a splash of oil in a large wok or stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken slices and cook until lightly browned. Then, stir in the garlic and onion powders, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Create the broth: Pour in the soy sauce and water. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook the vegetables: Add the green beans, carrots, and red bell pepper. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Season the broth: Add the chicken bouillon cubes, stirring until dissolved. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Combine with noodles: Drain the soaked pancit bihon and add it to the pot. Mix well until the noodles absorb the broth and are evenly mixed with the vegetables and chicken.
- Final adjustments: Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed before removing from the heat.
- Serve: Transfer the pancit bihon to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh chopped scallions and serve with lime or lemon slices on the side, if desired. It can be eaten by itself but is also perfect to pair with almost everything including bread slices and buns.
Notes
The flavor of the bouillion should match the type of meat you're using. If you use beef meat, also use beef cubes.