Nadia’s Supreme Pancit Guisado

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu offers a plant-based protein option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Chicken breast is leaner, and ground turkey can be less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake, while tamari is often cheaper.

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, while spaghetti is a more affordable alternative.

Soak rice noodles in warm water until softened, about 15 minutes.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in shrimp and pork, cooking until shrimp turns pink, about 3-4 minutes.

Add vegetables and cook until tender, about 4-5 minutes.

Mix in the soaked noodles and toss to combine.

Pour in soy sauce and fish sauce, stirring well to coat the noodles.

Add bay leaves and pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Garnish with green onions and serve with hard-boiled eggs on top.

Cooking Techniques

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