Teresa's Recipes
Pancit Malabon
Pancit Malabon is a beloved Filipino noodle dish that hails from the vibrant city of Malabon, known for its rich culinary heritage. This dish features thick rice noodles enveloped in a savory and vibrant sauce, topped with an enticing mix of seafood and garnished with the satisfying crunch of crushed chicharrón. Often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings, Pancit Malabon symbolizes prosperity and is a delightful representation of Filipino flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Pancit Malabon noodles
- 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 4 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 medium, chopped Onion
- 1 cup, peeled and deveined Shrimp
- 1 cup, cleaned and sliced Squid
- 1 cup Smoked fish flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Annatto powder
- 1/2 cup Water
- 2, sliced Hard-boiled eggs
- 1/2 cup, chopped Green onions
- 1/2 cup Crushed chicharrón (pork rinds)
- for serving Calamansi or lemon
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 43g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 2g
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the Pancit Malabon noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, ensuring they don’t stick.
- In a separate pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic and chopped onion until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and squid to the pan and cook until they turn pink and opaque, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the smoked fish flakes and fish sauce, mixing well to infuse the seafood flavors.
- In a small bowl, dissolve the annatto powder in water. Pour the annatto mixture into the pan and stir, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked Pancit Malabon noodles to the pan. Toss well to ensure the noodles are fully coated in the rich sauce.
- Transfer the Pancit Malabon to a serving platter. Generously top with sliced hard-boiled eggs, chopped green onions, and crushed chicharrón for that perfect crunch.
- Serve hot with calamansi or lemon slices on the side to elevate the flavors.
Tips
- For added depth of flavor, consider marinating the shrimp and squid in a bit of fish sauce and garlic before cooking.
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preference. Chopped boiled pork or other seafood can also be delicious additions.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute seafood with tofu and use vegetable broth for the sauce.