Sautéed Pancit Bihon with Shrimp and Vegetables

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A flavorful stir-fry of thin rice noodles tossed with shrimp, cabbage, carrots, and savory seasonings for a quintessential Filipino noodle dish. This filipino-inspired noodles ready in about 30 minutes pairs dried rice vermicelli (bihon), large shrimp, peeled and deveined, green cabbage, shredded for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 8 ounces dried rice vermicelli in warm water for 10 minutes until pliable, then drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 small thinly sliced yellow onion, sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Step 3: Add 12 large peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2 minutes until they turn pink.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 cups shredded green cabbage and 1 medium julienned carrot, cooking for 3 minutes until slightly tender.
  5. Step 5: Add the drained noodles, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, 1 cup water, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Toss and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the noodles absorb the sauce and vegetables soften.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped green onions before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Pancit Bihon with Shrimp and Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Sautéed Pancit Bihon with Shrimp and Vegetables?

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 dried rice vermicelli (bihon) from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Pancit Bihon with Shrimp and Vegetables?

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 Sautéed Pancit Bihon with Shrimp and Vegetables 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 Sautéed Pancit Bihon with Shrimp and Vegetables?

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.

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