Pancit Malabon Magic

Pancit Malabon is a popular Filipino noodle dish known for its rich and flavorful sauce, topped with an array of seafood and other delicious ingredients. This Pancit Malabon recipe is sure to bring the magic of Filipino cuisine to your table.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Filipino Filipino Cuisine Pancit Malabon Noodle Dish Seafood
Pancit Malabon Magic

Ingredients

  • 1 lb thick rice noodles
  • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 lb squid, cleaned and sliced into rings
  • 1/2 lb smoked fish, flaked
  • 1/4 lb pork belly, sliced into thin strips
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cups shrimp or fish stock
  • 1/2 cup annatto (achuete) oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup fish sauce (patis)
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
  • 1/2 cup chicharron (pork cracklings), crushed
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Calamansi or lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Soak the rice noodles in water until softened, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pan, heat the annatto oil over medium heat. Sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant.
  3. Add the pork belly and cook until lightly browned.
  4. Pour in the shrimp or fish stock and water. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the shrimp, squid, and smoked fish. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until the seafood is cooked through.
  6. Stir in the fish sauce and green onions. Toss in the rice noodles and mix until well-coated with the sauce.
  7. Transfer the Pancit Malabon to a serving platter and top with sliced hard-boiled eggs, crushed chicharron, and chopped parsley.
  8. Serve with calamansi or lemon wedges on the side.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
20g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pan Knife Cutting board Serving platter

Tools

Stove Strainer Mixing spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve Pancit Malabon with a side of pickled papaya (atchara) and enjoy with family and friends.

Tips & tricks

For an extra special touch, use fresh seafood and homemade shrimp or fish stock for the best flavor.

Cost

$25