How to Cook Pancit Bihon Guisado Kapampangan
Pancit bihon guisado is a savory Filipino stir-fried noodle dish made with thin rice noodles, meat, shrimp, vegetables, and seasonings, offering a flavorful and comforting meal.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Total Time45 minutes mins
Course: Noodles
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: pancit bihon guisado, pancit kapampangan
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 231kcal
Author: Manny
- 1/4 kilo bihon soaked briskly in water
- 1/4 cup cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 3 pieces tokwa cut into cubes
- 1/4 kilo pork lean, cut into cubes
- 1/4 kilo shrimps shelled
- 1/2 cup shrimp juice
- 1/2 cup achuete extract soak 1 Tbsp of achuete seeds in 1/2 cup hot water, remove the seeds
- 1/4 kilo cabbage cut finely
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/2 cup finely cut kamias
- 2 pcs hard-cooked eggs sliced
- Patis salts and pepper for seasoning
- Green onions or scallion
- Kintsay cilantro, chopped
How to Cook Pancit Bihon Guisado:
Heat oil and sauté 1 teaspoon garlic. Add fried tokwa & pork, shrimp, atchuete extract and shrimp juice.
Season with patis, salt and pepper. Cover and allow to boil.
Add cabbage and kintsay and cook for 1 minute. Add bihon and cook until done.
Remove from fire in another skillet sauté the rest of the minced garlic in a little oil until brown, add green onions and kamias.
Sprinkle over cooked pancit. Garnish with hard-cooked eggs.
Makes six servings.
Cooking Tips:
Sauté Garlic to Build Depth of Flavor
Start by sautéing garlic until golden brown before adding other ingredients. This enhances the overall taste and creates a rich, aromatic base for the dish. The extra step of adding fried garlic as a topping further elevates the flavor and adds a delightful crunch.
Use Just the Right Amount of Liquid
Too much liquid can make the bihon soggy, while too little may leave it dry and undercooked. Allow the noodles to absorb the broth gradually, stirring gently to prevent breaking. This ensures they soak up all the delicious flavors without becoming mushy.
Add Vegetables at the Right Time
To keep vegetables crisp and vibrant, add them towards the end of cooking. Overcooking can make cabbage and kintsay wilted and dull in color. A quick toss in the pan preserves their texture, making every bite fresh and flavorful.