Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Vegetables and Pork
A popular Filipino noodle dish featuring stir-fried egg noodles tossed with savory pork, crunchy vegetables, and a flavorful soy-based sauce. This filipino-inspired noodles ready in about 35 minutes pairs grams dried egg noodles (pancit canton), grams, thinly sliced pork loin, grams, peeled and deveined shrimp for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 250 grams dried egg noodles (pancit canton)
- 200 grams, thinly sliced pork loin
- 100 grams, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 medium, julienned carrot
- 100 grams, cut into 2-inch pieces green beans
- 2 cups, shredded cabbage
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, sliced onion
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon calamansi or lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Soak 250 grams dried egg noodles in warm water for 10 minutes until pliable, then drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 medium sliced onion, sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Step 3: Add 200 grams thinly sliced pork loin and cook for 4-5 minutes until lightly browned. Then add 100 grams peeled shrimp, cooking until pink and just cooked through, about 2 minutes.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 medium julienned carrot and 100 grams green beans, cooking for 3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Step 5: Add the drained noodles along with 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 cup water, and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Step 6: Fold in 2 cups shredded cabbage and cook for another 2 minutes until the cabbage wilts but remains vibrant.
- Step 7: Turn off the heat and drizzle 1 tablespoon calamansi or lemon juice over the noodles. Toss gently and serve hot.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Vegetables and Pork take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Vegetables and Pork?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, julienned carrot from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Vegetables and Pork?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Vegetables and Pork for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Pancit Canton Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Vegetables and Pork?
Filipino noodles like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
