Nut-Free Pancit Palabok

Savor the bold and vibrant flavors of this Nut-Free Pancit Palabok, a classic Filipino noodle dish reimagined for those with nut allergies. This delectable recipe features silky rice noodles (bihon) smothered in a rich, savory annatto-infused sauce made from ground pork, tender shrimp, and fish sauce. The dish is beautifully garnished with slices of hard-boiled eggs, crushed chicharron for a satisfying crunch, and fresh spring onions, with an optional smoky addition of tinapa flakes. A squeeze of calamansi or lime adds a bright, zesty finish that ties the dish together. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this nut-free version retains all the authentic tastes of Pancit Palabok while ensuring it’s allergy-friendly. Ready in just under an hour, it’s an irresistible, hearty meal the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams rice noodles (bihon)
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 300 grams ground pork
• 200 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons annatto powder
• 4 tablespoons rice flour
• 4 cups water, for sauce
• 3 pieces calamansi or lime
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
• 1 cup chicharron (fried pork rinds), crushed
• 0.5 cup spring onions, chopped
• 0.5 cup smoked or regular fish flakes (tinapa), optional

Directions

Step 1

Soak rice noodles in hot water for 10-15 minutes or follow package instructions until softened. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion. Sauté until onions are translucent.

Step 3

Add ground pork and cook until browned and cooked through.

Step 4

Add shrimp to the pan and cook until they turn pink and are fully cooked, about 3-4 minutes. Remove pork and shrimp from the pan and set aside.

Step 5

In the same pan, add remaining tablespoon of oil. Dissolve annatto powder in a small amount of water and add to the pan.

Step 6

Combine rice flour with 4 cups of water and add the mixture to the pan slowly, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Step 7

Add fish sauce, salt, and pepper. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Add the cooked pork and shrimp back into the thickened sauce. Mix well and remove from heat.

Step 9

In a serving dish, arrange the softened rice noodles.

Step 10

Pour the sauce mixture over the noodles, making sure it is evenly distributed.

Step 11

Garnish with sliced hard-boiled eggs, crushed chicharron, spring onions, and optional smoked fish flakes if using.

Step 12

Squeeze calamansi or lime juice over the dish before serving for added flavor.

Step 13

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Nut-Free Pancit Palabok!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2607.7 grams (2607.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3917

Total Fat 145.00g	186%
Saturated Fat 44.60g	223%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1374mg	458%
Sodium 9015mg	392%
Total Carbohydrate 394.00g	143%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 14.00g
Protein 231.00g	462%

Vitamin D 382IU	1910%
Calcium 562mg	43%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 1932mg	41%

*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: 34.3%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 41.4%