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How to Cook Pancit Molo

Pancit Molo is a comforting Filipino dumpling soup from Iloilo, featuring delicate pork and shrimp-filled wontons in a rich, savory chicken broth.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Soup Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: pancit molo, pancit recipe, panlasang pinoy
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 219kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

For soup stock:

  • 1 whole large chicken preferably native
  • 1 pc large onion quartered
  • 1 pcs bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • Salt

For Molo filling:

  • 1/2 kilo ground pork
  • 1/2 kilo shrimp peeled and minced
  • 1 head garlic minced
  • 1 pc large onion minced
  • 2 stalks green onion minced
  • salt
  • pepper
  • soy sauce
  • 2 eggs
  • 100 pieces Molo wrappers
  • 1/2 head garlic minced
  • 1 large onion minced
  • green onion chopped
  • patis

Instructions

How to cook Pancit Molo:

  • In a large pot, put together soup stock ingredients with water.
  • Simmer till chicken is tender. Remove from broth, debone and shred the chicken. Discard bay leaf.
  • In a bowl, combine molo filling ingredients except wrappers.
  • Mix very well and wrap in the molo wrappers. Drop in the boiling soup stock.
  • In a pan, saute garlic, onion and shredded chicken.
  • Add to molo soup. Season with patis and garnish with chopped green onion.
  • Serve with biscocho (or toasted bread).

Notes

Cooking Tips:

Perfecting the Broth for Maximum Flavor

A rich and flavorful broth is the soul of pancit molo, so take your time simmering the chicken with aromatics like garlic, onions, and bay leaves. Low and slow cooking allows the natural flavors to develop fully, resulting in a deeper, more comforting soup. Skim off excess fat and impurities for a clearer broth without sacrificing taste.

Ensuring Dumplings Stay Intact

To prevent dumplings from bursting, avoid overfilling the wrappers and press out air pockets when sealing them. A slightly sticky filling helps bind the ingredients together, reducing the chances of them falling apart while cooking. Drop dumplings gently into the broth and avoid excessive stirring to keep them from breaking.

Enhancing Flavor with the Right Seasoning

Sautéing garlic and onions separately before adding them to the soup enhances the depth of flavor. A splash of patis (fish sauce) provides umami, while a pinch of pepper balances the richness of the broth. Garnishing with chopped green onions and serving with biscocho or toasted bread creates a satisfying contrast in texture.