Two-Noodle Pancit with Soy-Simmered Pork and Egg Wheat Noodles

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This pancit features a flavorful blend of rice vermicelli and egg wheat noodles cooked with tender pork and aromatic vegetables in a savory soy sauce broth. This filipino ready in about 40 minutes pairs pork shoulder, rice vermicelli noodles (bihon), egg wheat noodles for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 460 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: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 460 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 4 oz rice vermicelli noodles in warm water for 8 minutes until pliable and drain. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Boil 4 oz egg wheat noodles in salted water for 3 minutes until just tender, drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 medium chopped yellow onion, sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  4. Step 4: Add 10 oz thinly sliced pork shoulder, stir-frying for 6-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 2 1/2 cups chicken broth and 1/3 cup soy sauce. Bring to a simmer, then add the soaked rice vermicelli, boiled egg noodles, 3/4 cup julienned carrots, and 3/4 cup sliced green beans.
  6. Step 6: Cook gently for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally until the noodles absorb most of the broth and vegetables are tender-crisp. Season with 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and stir in 1 1/2 tbsp calamansi or lemon juice, garnish with 1/4 cup chopped green onions and 2 tbsp fried garlic bits before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Two-Noodle Pancit with Soy-Simmered Pork and Egg Wheat Noodles take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (20 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 Two-Noodle Pancit with Soy-Simmered Pork and Egg Wheat Noodles?

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 pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Two-Noodle Pancit with Soy-Simmered Pork and Egg Wheat Noodles?

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 Two-Noodle Pancit with Soy-Simmered Pork and Egg Wheat Noodles 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 Two-Noodle Pancit with Soy-Simmered Pork and Egg Wheat Noodles?

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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