Nut-Free Palabok
Enjoy the rich, traditional flavors of Filipino cuisine with this Nut-Free Palabok—a delicious twist on a classic dish that's perfect for those with nut allergies. Tender rice noodles serve as the base for a luscious annatto-infused sauce, thickened with cornstarch for a silky texture. Topped with succulent sautéed shrimp, smoked fish, hard-boiled eggs, and a satisfying crunch from crushed pork cracklings, this dish delivers layers of bold flavors and textures. Garnished with vibrant green onions and served with a squeeze of fresh lemon, this nut-free variation retains all the hearty, savory goodness of the original Palabok without compromising on taste. Ready in under an hour and serving up to six, this family-friendly recipe is ideal for celebrations or weeknight dinners.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams rice noodles
- 250 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon annatto powder
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup water
- 100 grams smoked fish, shredded
- 3 large eggs, hard-boiled and sliced
- 1 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 cup pork cracklings, finely crushed
- 2 whole lemon, cut into wedges
Directions
Step 1
Soak the rice noodles in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
Step 3
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 3 minutes. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, add the annatto powder and stir well to combine with the remaining oil. Pour in the chicken stock and fish sauce, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
Step 5
In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually add this mixture to the skillet while stirring, allowing the sauce to thicken. Reduce the heat to low.
Step 6
Prepare a large serving platter by transferring the soaked rice noodles onto the plate.
Step 7
Pour the thickened sauce generously over the rice noodles, ensuring even coverage.
Step 8
Top with cooked shrimp, shredded smoked fish, sliced hard-boiled eggs, chopped green onions, and crushed pork cracklings.
Step 9
Serve the Palabok warm with lemon wedges on the side for extra zest.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2923.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3303.1 |
| Total Fat 151.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 45.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 1424.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8889.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 178.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.9g | |
| Protein 279.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 367.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 481.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1983.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories