Stir-Fried Shrimp Pancit Palabok with Tomato and Garlic

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Vibrant rice noodles stir-fried in a rich tomato-shrimp sauce with garlic, topped with crispy fried onions for a satisfying, colorful Filipino classic. This filipino ready in about 40 minutes pairs rice noodles, shrimp, tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak rice noodles in warm water for 15 minutes until pliable, then drain. Heat 3 tbsp cooking oil in a wok over medium-high heat, then add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 cup chopped onion. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant and onions are translucent.
  2. Step 2: Add 8 oz shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Add 250g chopped tomatoes and 1/4 cup water, then cook for 3 minutes until tomatoes break down. Stir in 2 tbsp fish sauce and 1 tsp sugar.
  3. Step 3: Add drained rice noodles, tossing to coat in sauce for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Serve immediately, garnished with 2 tbsp fried shallots and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Shrimp Pancit Palabok with Tomato and Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (25 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 Stir-Fried Shrimp Pancit Palabok with Tomato and Garlic?

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 rice noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Shrimp Pancit Palabok with Tomato and Garlic?

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 Stir-Fried Shrimp Pancit Palabok with Tomato and Garlic 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 Stir-Fried Shrimp Pancit Palabok with Tomato and Garlic?

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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