Shrimp Pancit Canton

Packed with juicy shrimp and crisp veggies, Shrimp Pancit Canton is the ultimate Filipino noodle dish for any occasion. Whether it’s a casual snack or a hearty family dinner, this dish is sure to impress!

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Filipino

Keyword: canton, filipino pancit, pansit, stir fry noodles

Servings: people

Calories: 2696kcal

Author: Vanjo Merano

Ingredients

1 lb. medium to large shrimp deveined, shell and head removed
16 ounces Pancit Canton noodles
1 cup baby bok choy chopped
1 cup Napa cabbage chopped
1/2 small red bell pepper cut into strips
1/2 small yellow bell pepper cut into strips
1/2 small green bell pepper cut into strips
1 medium yellow onion sliced
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

Combine the shrimp with garlic powder, a sprinkle of salt, and ground black pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
1 teaspoon garlic powder, Salt and ground black pepper to taste, 1 lb. medium to large shrimp
Heat a wok and pour in 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. Once the oil is hot, pan-fry the shrimp for 1 minute on each side until they’re cooked through. Remove the shrimp and place them on a clean plate. Set aside.
3 tablespoons cooking oil
Add the remaining cooking oil to the wok. When the oil is hot, stir-fry the bell peppers and onion for about 2 minutes.
1/2 small red bell pepper, 1/2 small yellow bell pepper, 1/2 small green bell pepper, 1 medium yellow onion
Add the bok choy and Napa cabbage to the wok and continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes. Remove the veggies from the wok and set them aside on a plate.
1 cup Napa cabbage, 1 cup baby bok choy
In the same wok, pour in the chicken broth and add the oyster sauce. Stir and bring it to a boil. Add the Pancit Canton noodles and let them absorb the liquid, tossing every minute so all the noodles get the same amount of flavor.
2 1/2 cups chicken broth, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 16 ounces Pancit Canton noodles
Once the noodles have absorbed all the chicken broth, add the stir-fried veggies back into the wok. Toss everything together and cook for 2 minutes.
Stir in the cooked shrimp and mix well. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, adding more salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer the Shrimp Pancit Canton to a serving plate. Enjoy with a side of calamansi and a nice cold drink. Share and savor every delicious bite!

Notes

Don't Overcook the Shrimp: Why?

When shrimp are overcooked, the proteins in the shrimp tighten up, causing the shrimp to become tough and rubbery. This happens because shrimp cook very quickly due to their small size and delicate texture.

Quick Tips for Perfect Shrimp

Shrimp are done when they are pinkish orange and opaque.
Perfectly cooked shrimp will form a slight “C” shape.
Typically 1-2 minutes per side for medium shrimp, depending on size.

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