TasteAtlas releases its Top 13 Filipino Noodle dishes!&nbsp;
The Philippines has a variety of noodle dishes that are usually served on many kinds of occasions. TasteAtlas has once again given their ranking of the best noodle dishes in the country.&nbsp;
The list mostly includes the different variations of pancit! Some of the contenders are:
Pancit Bihon&nbsp;
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- Pancit bihon is a well-known stir-fried noodle dish with various vegetables. The noodles are doused in soy sauce. This can be eaten at any time of the day, but usually eaten for lunch and merienda.
Pancit Canton
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- Coming from our Chinese influences, this dish is composed of yellow egg or wheat noodles. Pancit canton is commonly mixed with the vegetables of your choice, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. You can choose either beef or seafood for your protein. &nbsp;Just like any other pancit dish, Filipinos believe that pancit prolongs life which is why it is often served at important events.
Kinalas
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- Originating from the Bicol region, Kinalas is a traditional noodle soup contaning a thick, dark brown sauce. It contains beef or pork brains plus other meat from the head. The gravy consists of dried shrimps, vinegar, garlic, shallots, soy sauce, and fish sauce. The name comes from the word "kalas," which means "to remove the meat from the bones."
Filipino Spaghetti
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- A strong fan favorite, the Filipino Spaghetti! Even in other parts of the globe, this dish is rapidly gaining its newfound enthusiasts! Its unique sauce is made with sweet tomato sauce or banana ketchup, mixed with ground beef and hotdogs. It is mixed with ground beef and hotdogs. Topped with lots of cheese, this is not only well-loved by kids but adults as well. What sets this apart from other variants is its sweetness.
Pancit Palabok
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- Placing first out of all 13 dishes is Pancit palabok! This is a classic Filipino noodle dish known for its thin rice noodles topped with a savory, orange shrimp-based sauce. It's loaded with flavorful toppings like shrimp, chicharon, hard-boiled eggs, and green onions. You can choose to squeeze calamansi juice to balance out the flavors. Again, another staple dish at different festivities.
The Philippines treasures its rich culture even into its food. Each island and town has its own twist to timeless favorites like noodle dishes. What's your favorite noodle dish?