Pancit Lomi
Pancit Lomi is a thick, comforting Filipino noodle soup filled with chicken, vegetables, and a flavorful broth, perfect for chilly days.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 400 grams pancit lomi noodles Fresh, thick egg noodles are best
- 2 pieces chicken breasts or thighs, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped Not too small, not too big
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, sliced thin
- 1 cup green cabbage, shredded
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 6 cups chicken broth or water Broth is preferred for flavor
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup cold water For thickening
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- 2 pieces eggs, lightly beaten Optional, for added heartiness
- to taste Spring onions or fried garlic for garnish Optional
Instructions
Cooking Chicken
- Heat a generous splash of oil in a big heavy pot. Add onion and garlic, stir until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken and cook until golden, about five minutes.
- Pour in soy sauce and stir to combine.
Preparing Noodle Soup Base
- Add chicken broth to the pot and let it heat.
- Once hot, add pancit lomi noodles and stir gently.
- Cover the pot and let simmer for about ten minutes.
Adding Vegetables
- First, add carrots and wait two minutes.
- Then, add cabbage and stir, cooking until just tender.
Thickening Soup
- Pour in the cornstarch slurry while stirring until the soup thickens.
- Optionally, add beaten eggs slowly while stirring to create egg ribbons.
Serving Hot
- Serve piping hot in bowls with toppings of choice.
Notes
Serve with hot steamed rice, pickled veggies, or boiled eggs for a festive touch. Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge.