Sautéed Pancit Canton with Shrimp and Vegetables
A colorful stir-fry of egg noodles, shrimp, and crisp vegetables tossed in a savory soy and oyster sauce blend, perfect for a festive Filipino noodle dish. This filipino-inspired pasta ready in about 30 minutes pairs pancit canton noodles (egg noodles), large, peeled and deveined shrimp, medium, julienned carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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
- 8 oz pancit canton noodles (egg noodles)
- 12 large, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 medium, julienned carrot
- 1 cup, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces green beans
- 2 cups, shredded cabbage
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 small, thinly sliced onion
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- for serving lemon wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook 8 oz pancit canton egg noodles for 3-4 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 thinly sliced small onion, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Step 3: Add 12 large peeled shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Step 4: In the same skillet, add 1 cup trimmed green beans and 1 medium julienned carrot, stir-fry for 3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Step 5: Add 2 cups shredded cabbage and cook for another 2 minutes until just wilted.
- Step 6: Return shrimp to the skillet along with the drained noodles. Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 cup chicken broth. Toss everything together and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the noodles.
- Step 7: Season with 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, toss again, and remove from heat. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the dish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Pancit Canton 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 Canton 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 medium, julienned carrot from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Pancit Canton 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 Canton 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 Canton with Shrimp and Vegetables?
Filipino pasta 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.
