Soy-Simmered Pork Pancit with Garlic and Green Beans

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A flavorful pancit featuring tender pork shoulder simmered in a soy-garlic broth, combined with rice noodles and crisp green beans for a hearty meal. This filipino-inspired filipino ready in about 40 minutes pairs thinly sliced pork shoulder, rice vermicelli noodles, trimmed and cut green beans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

★ 4.2 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 8 oz rice vermicelli noodles in warm water for 10 minutes until softened, then drain.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1 medium chopped yellow onion, sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Step 3: Add 12 oz thinly sliced pork shoulder, stir-fry for 7-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 2 cups chicken broth and 1/2 cup soy sauce, bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Step 5: Add the soaked noodles and 1 1/2 cups trimmed green beans, stirring to combine.
  6. Step 6: Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles absorb liquid and green beans are crisp-tender.
  7. Step 7: Season with 1/2 tsp black pepper, remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp calamansi or lemon juice.
  8. Step 8: Garnish with 2 tbsp fried garlic bits and 1/4 cup chopped green onions before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Soy-Simmered Pork Pancit with Garlic and Green Beans take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Soy-Simmered Pork Pancit with Garlic and Green Beans?

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 thinly sliced pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-Simmered Pork Pancit with Garlic and Green Beans?

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 Soy-Simmered Pork Pancit with Garlic and Green Beans 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 Soy-Simmered Pork Pancit with Garlic and Green Beans?

Filipino filipino 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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