Authentic Filipino Pancit for American Taste: Fiesta Pancit

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 lb (450g) dried rice noodles or spaghetti noodles
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 (14.5 oz) can coconut milk
• 1/2 cup fish sauce
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup crushed pineapple
• 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
• 1/2 cup crispy fried onions
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy to Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 30 minutes, or according to the package directions.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until softened.
3. Add the garlic, red and green bell peppers, and carrots. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Strain the rice noodles and add them to the skillet. Toss to combine.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, coconut milk, fish sauce, soy sauce, and crushed pineapple.
6. Pour the liquid mixture over the noodles and vegetables. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
7. Sprinkle with roasted peanuts, crispy fried onions, and fresh cilantro.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 280 per serving
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Vibrant and colorful
• Savory and flavorful
• Slightly sweet and tangy
• Filling and satisfying
• Perfect for a Filipino-themed party or special occasion

User Comments:

• "This pancit was absolutely delicious! The flavors were so well-balanced and the noodles were perfectly cooked."
• "I loved the addition of the roasted peanuts and crispy fried onions. They gave the dish a nice crunch and extra flavor."
• "I have never tried Filipino pancit before, but this dish was a great introduction. It was easy to make and had a wonderful taste."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make the pancit more authentic, use traditional rice noodles called "pancit noodles."
• If you cannot find pancit noodles, spaghetti noodles make an acceptable substitute.
• If you don't have roasted peanuts, you can substitute with chopped cashews or almonds.
• For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit the fish sauce.