Vegetable Pancit Canton Stir Fry
A colorful Filipino stir-fried egg noodle dish loaded with fresh vegetables and savory soy-ginger sauce. This filipino-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs pancit canton noodles, vegetable oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 small, thinly sliced yellow onion
- 1 medium, julienned carrot
- 1 cup, cut into 2-inch pieces green beans
- 2 cups, shredded cabbage
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 stalks, chopped for garnish spring onions
- 1 tbsp calamansi or lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Soak 8 oz pancit canton noodles in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 small thinly sliced yellow onion, sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Step 3: Add 1 julienned carrot and 1 cup cut green beans, stir-fry for 4 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 cups shredded cabbage and cook for 2 minutes until cabbage wilts.
- Step 5: Add drained noodles, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1/2 cup chicken broth. Toss everything together and cook for 5 minutes until noodles absorb sauce and soften.
- Step 6: Season with 1/2 tsp ground black pepper and 1 tbsp calamansi or lemon juice, mixing well.
- Step 7: Garnish with 2 chopped spring onions before serving hot.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Vegetable Pancit Canton Stir Fry 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 Vegetable Pancit Canton Stir Fry?
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 pancit canton noodles from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Vegetable Pancit Canton Stir Fry?
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 Vegetable Pancit Canton Stir Fry 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.
Is Vegetable Pancit Canton Stir Fry vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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