Pancit Canton is a type of Lo Mein or tossed noddles. It is a chinese-inspired dish. Chinese culture is somehow implemented into the Filipino culture. Pancit canton is often served during birthdays and occasions to symbolize long life. The variety of ingredients makes it look festive.
Pancit Canton is referred to as a Part Staple in the Philippines. Its recipe makes use of sliced pork, sausage, shrimp, different veggies, and noodles of course.
There is a variety of Pancit canton. We have a vegetarian pancit canton, instant pancit canton, seafood pancit canton, chicken pancit canton, pork pancit canton, and combination. Eating pancit canton with a squeeze of calamansi is the way to eat it. The sour taste of the citrus gives a kick to the dish.
Growing up as a Filipino-Chinese, pancit never left our table during important occasions. Its not like I’m complaining though. Pancit canton might be like any other noodle dish but the uniqueness of the flavors of the ingredients differentiates it from any other noodle dishes.
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