Pancit Canton is a popular Filipino stir-fried noodle dish that can be whipped up quickly, making it perfect for busy remote workers needing a fast but satisfying meal.
Yields:
4 servings
Prep time:
5 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Ingredients
- 250g pancit canton noodles (or whole grain noodles for added nutrition)
- 200g chicken breast, sliced thinly (or tofu for a vegetarian option)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, snap peas, cabbage)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
- Add chicken (or tofu) and cook until lightly browned.
- Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
- Push everything to one side of the pan. On the empty side, add noodles and a splash of water. Cover and steam for 2 minutes.
- Uncover and mix everything together. Add soy sauce and oyster sauce.
- Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until noodles are fully cooked and everything is well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Time-saving tips:
- Prep ingredients the night before and start cooking in the morning for a ready-to-eat lunch or dinner.
- Use pre-cut vegetables to save on prep time.
- Make a larger batch and freeze portions for future meals.
Nutrition information:
Sinigang is rich in vitamins and minerals from its variety of vegetables. The soup is generally low in calories but high in nutrients. To make it even healthier:
- Use lean pork cuts or fish instead of fatty cuts to reduce saturated fat.
- Add more vegetables for increased fiber and nutrient content.
- Use low-sodium broth or water to control salt intake.
- If using packaged sinigang mix, look for low-sodium options.
Enjoy your comforting and nutritious bowl of Slow Cooker Sinigang!
