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Filipino Pancit Bihon
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 8
This version comes from a friend from the Philippines. I sometimes don't use the shrimp if I don't have it. Every cook has their own version of this dish. So let your taste be your guide.
Ingredients:
1 boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
1/2 lb cooked shrimp (optional)
1 lb rice noodles, soak in water for 10 minutes (bihon or pancit)
2 cups chicken broth
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 shallots, minced
1/2 medium napa cabbage, sliced fine
1 1/2 carrots, matchstick (i buy already cut, small package)
1 cup green beans, cut diagonally like french cut green beans
1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 tablespoons soy sauce
salt and pepper
Directions:
1. Heat oil in a large skillet. Sauté garlic and shallots until soft.
2. Add the chicken breast, salt, pepper & soy sauce. Sauté for a few minutes to lightly brown chicken.
3. Add carrots, green beans & shrimp if using. Cover and cook for a few minutes then add Napa cabbage and chicken broth until it comes to a boil.
4. Once the vegetables are all done, Add the bihon noodles mixing well to distribute the flavors.
5. Cook for about 5 more minutes or until the noodles are soft. Taste and adjust seasonings to desired taste.
By RecipeOfHealth.com