Pancit Lucban with a Twist

Ingredients

• 250g (8.8 oz) thin rice noodles 250g (8.8 oz) thin rice noodles
• 200g (7 oz) chicken breast, thinly sliced 200g (7 oz) chicken breast, thinly sliced
• 200g (7 oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined 200g (7 oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons calamansi juice 2 tablespoons calamansi juice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cabbage, shredded 1 cup cabbage, shredded
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped green onions for garnish Chopped green onions for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 4g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 10 minutes until softened. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce and calamansi juice. Set aside.
3. 3.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
4. 4.
   Add the minced garlic and sliced onion, and sauté until fragrant and golden brown.
5. 5.
   Add the chicken slices and cook until they are no longer pink.
6. 6.
   Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque.
7. 7.
   Stir in the julienned carrot, sliced bell pepper, and shredded cabbage. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
8. 8.
   Add the soaked rice noodles to the pan and pour the soy sauce-calamansi mixture over them. Toss everything together until well combined.
9. 9.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. 10.
    Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the noodles are heated through.
11. 11.
    Garnish with chopped green onions.
12. 12.
    Serve hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Rice noodles — Ensure that the noodles are soaked in warm water until they are soft but still slightly firm to the touch. Over-soaking can result in mushy noodles.
• Calamansi juice — If calamansi juice is not available, you can substitute it with a combination of lemon and lime juice in equal parts for a similar tangy flavor.
• Shrimp — To ensure the shrimp cooks evenly, make sure they are peeled and deveined before adding them to the dish.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of chili flakes or a chopped chili pepper to the dish.
• Customize the vegetable selection based on personal preference or seasonal availability.
• To make the dish more substantial, add additional protein such as tofu or sliced pork.
• If you prefer a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and shrimp and replace them with tofu or your favorite meat substitute.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serving advice

Serve Pancit Lucban with a side of calamansi wedges for an extra burst of citrus flavor. It pairs well with a fresh green salad or a side of pickled vegetables.

Presentation advice

Garnish the Pancit Lucban with a sprinkle of chopped green onions and a few calamansi wedges on the side. The vibrant colors of the vegetables and the noodles will make the dish visually appealing.