Pancit Canton is a popular Filipino noodle dish known for its savory, flavorful stir-fried noodles. “Overload” means packing the dish with a generous amount of meat, vegetables, and flavorful sauce, making it a hearty and satisfying meal. This recipe for Pancit Canton Overload takes the traditional dish to the next level with a rich combination of ingredients.
Ingredients
For the Pancit Canton:
- 200 grams (7 oz) Pancit Canton noodles (or other egg noodles)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), sliced
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 cup snap peas or green beans
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast or thighs, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup cooked pork (or substitute with more chicken), shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup cooked shrimp (optional)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon or calamansi wedges (for serving)
- Crispy fried onions (for garnish, optional)
Equipment Needed
- Large skillet or wok
- Pot for boiling noodles
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula