Soy-Free Pancit Palabok

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Philippines with this Soy-Free Pancit Palabok recipe, a delicious twist on a traditional favorite! This noodle dish features tender rice noodles coated in a rich, shrimp-infused annatto sauce, delivering a bold, umami-packed flavor without any soy. Topped with juicy shrimp, creamy sliced hard-boiled eggs, crunchy crushed chicharrón, and fresh green onions, each bite offers a symphony of textures. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon, this dish is perfect for those seeking a soy-free alternative to classic Pancit Palabok. Ready in just under an hour, it’s an eye-catching, crowd-pleasing meal ideal for family gatherings or festive occasions!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Rice noodles
• 2 cups Shrimp stock
• 200 grams Shrimp
• 5 cloves Garlic
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 tablespoons Annatto seeds
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water for cornstarch slurry
• 2 pieces Hard-boiled eggs
• 1 cup Crushed chicharrón (pork cracklings)
• 1 cup Chopped green onions
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Start by soaking the rice noodles in cold water for about 15 minutes or until they become pliable. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a small pan, heat the annatto seeds and 0.5 cup of water over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then turn off the heat and let the seeds steep for 10 minutes. Strain to extract the colored water, discarding the seeds. Set the annatto water aside.

Step 3

In a large pan, bring the shrimp stock to a simmer. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the shrimp and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pan, add the garlic and onion. Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 5

Pour in the annatto water, fish sauce, ground black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Make a cornstarch slurry by mixing the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Slowly pour the slurry into the pan while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Lower the heat and add the cooked noodles to the sauce, tossing gently to coat the noodles evenly.

Step 8

Slice the hard-boiled eggs and set aside.

Step 9

To assemble, transfer the noodles onto a large serving platter. Garnish with cooked shrimp, sliced eggs, crushed chicharrón, and chopped green onions.

Step 10

Serve with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the Pancit Palabok before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1949.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1824.9

Total Fat 62.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g
Cholesterol 791.0mg	0%
Sodium 9188.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.1g
Protein 142.5g	0%

Vitamin D 108IU	0%
Calcium 548.9mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 1934.3mg	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: 30.9%

Protein: 31.6%

Carbs: 37.5%