Description
This Filipino Pancit with Beef is a savory stir-fried noodle dish made with tender strips of beef, fresh vegetables, and traditional Filipino seasonings like soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce. Using rice noodles known as pancit bihon, this classic main course offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s an authentic taste of Filipino cuisine, garnished with green onions and served with a refreshing squeeze of lemon or calamansi juice.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 8 oz pancit bihon (rice noodles)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 pound beef sirloin (thinly sliced)
Vegetables
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (sliced)
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 1/2 cup green beans (sliced)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Serving
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Soften the noodles: Soak the pancit bihon rice noodles in warm water for 10 to 15 minutes until they are softened. Drain and set aside to prepare for stir-frying.
- Cook the beef: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced beef sirloin and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until the beef is browned and tender. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pan, add the minced garlic and sliced onion. Sauté until fragrant and the onions are softened, creating a flavorful base for the dish.
- Cook the vegetables: Add the julienned carrots, sliced green beans, and shredded cabbage to the pan. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes until they are just tender but still crisp, preserving their texture and color.
- Add beef and sauces: Return the cooked beef to the pan with the vegetables. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, beef broth (or water), and sprinkle the ground black pepper. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to meld the flavors.
- Combine noodles: Add the drained rice noodles to the pan. Toss thoroughly to coat the noodles in the savory sauce and to evenly incorporate the beef and vegetables. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the noodles to absorb most of the liquid and heat through completely.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle the chopped green onions over the top for fresh flavor and color. Serve the pancit hot with lemon wedges on the side to add a bright, tangy finish just before eating.
Notes
- For an authentic Filipino flavor, substitute lemon wedges with calamansi juice when serving.
- You can customize this dish by adding shrimp or chicken for a protein-packed variation.
- Be careful not to overcook the vegetables to maintain their crispness and vibrant color.
- Rice noodles should be soaked just until softened; avoid soaking too long as they can become mushy during cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 40mg