Palabok

Experience the bold and vibrant flavors of Filipino cuisine with this authentic Palabok recipe—a comforting noodle dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Featuring silky rice noodles smothered in a rich, umami-packed shrimp sauce made from fresh shrimp broth and annatto for its signature golden hue, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser. Topped with a medley of savory garnishes, including tender shrimp, crispy pork rind (chicharon), sliced hard-boiled eggs, and fresh green onions, every bite offers a delightful combination of textures. A squeeze of tangy calamansi or lemon elevates the dish to perfection. Perfect for intimate family dinners or festive gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of the Philippines. Enjoy the flavors, colors, and warmth of Palabok!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Rice noodles
• 250 grams Shrimp
• 100 grams Pork rind (chicharon), crushed
• 3 pieces Hard-boiled eggs, sliced
• 1 bunch Green onions, chopped
• 5 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Annatto powder
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 4 cups Water
• 2 pieces Lemon or calamansi, sliced
• 1 piece Shrimp broth cube
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil

Directions

Step 1

Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 15 to 20 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and devein the shrimp, saving the shells. Set the shrimp aside.

Step 3

In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the shrimp shells and a shrimp broth cube, simmer for 15 minutes to extract flavor. Strain, discard shells, and reserve the broth.

Step 4

In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until golden brown, then add the shrimp and cook until pink. Remove and set the shrimp aside.

Step 5

To the same pan, add the annatto powder, flour, and fish sauce. Stir to form a paste.

Step 6

Gradually add the reserved shrimp broth while stirring consistently to create a smooth sauce.

Step 7

Continue cooking the sauce until it thickens, about 5 to 7 minutes. Adjust seasoning with ground black pepper.

Step 8

In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Cook the drained rice noodles for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and place on a serving platter.

Step 9

Pour the shrimp sauce evenly over the noodles.

Step 10

Top with cooked shrimps, crushed pork rind, sliced hard-boiled eggs, and chopped green onions.

Step 11

Serve with lemon or calamansi slices on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2326.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2151.5

Total Fat 95.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 979.4mg	0%
Sodium 7462.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 179.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.2g
Protein 141.1g	0%

Vitamin D 142IU	0%
Calcium 591.7mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1336.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.2%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 33.5%