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Pancit is the Filipino generic term for "noodles". There are various kinds of noodle dishes in the Philippines based on the kind of noodles use: Pancit Bihon, Pancit Canton, Miswa, Pancit Luglog, Palabok, Pancit Malabon, Pancit Habhab, Miki, Lomi, Mami, Pancit Molo, Sotanghon.
Deutsch: Pancit Bihon / Español: Pancit Bihon / Português: Pancit Bihon / Français: Pancit Bihon / Italiano: Pancit Bihon
Pancit Bihon in the food context refers to a popular Filipino noodle dish made from bihon (thin rice noodles) and a variety of other ingredients such as sliced meat (usually chicken, pork, or shrimp), vegetables (commonly cabbage, carrots, and green beans), and sometimes seafood. The dish is seasoned with soy sauce, and occasionally fish sauce or oyster sauce, for added flavor. Pancit Bihon is known for its versatility and is a staple at Filipino gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing long life and good health according to Filipino tradition.
Deutsch: Pancit Canton / Español: Pancit Canton / Português: Pancit Canton / Français: Pancit Canton / Italiano: Pancit Canton
Pancit Canton is a traditional Filipino noodle dish that is both versatile and beloved across the Philippines. It is made with wheat noodles, which are stir-fried and mixed with a variety of meats like chicken, pork, or shrimp, and an assortment of vegetables such as carrots, cabbage, and bell peppers. Seasoned with soy sauce, oyster sauce, or fish sauce, Pancit Canton is known for its savory flavor and is often garnished with slices of lemon or calamansi (a small, round citrus fruit common in the Philippines) to add a touch of brightness.
Pancit Habhab refers to one of the many kinds of noodle dish from the Philippines which traditionally served on the piece of banana leaf, drizzled with spicy vinegar and eaten without using the hands nor spoon or fork to put the noodles into the mouth , but directly thru ot to the mouth.
Deutsch: Pancit Miki / Español: Pancit Miki / Português: Pancit Miki / Français: Pancit Miki / Italiano: Pancit Miki
Pancit Miki is another variant of the broad family of noodle dishes in Filipino cuisine, distinguished by its use of fresh, thick egg noodles known as Miki. Unlike Pancit Canton, which typically uses dried noodles, Pancit Miki's fresh noodles lend a distinctive chewy texture to the dish. This dish is often stir-fried with a variety of meats, such as chicken, pork, or seafood, and mixed with an assortment of vegetables like cabbage, carrots, and sometimes mushrooms. The seasoning, similar to other pancit dishes, can include soy sauce, fish sauce, or oyster sauce, adjusted to the cook's taste preference.