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Pancit bihon (deli)

Savory and slightly sweet, with soft noodles and a light soy-sauce glaze.

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Pancit bihon is a Filipino stir-fried noodle dish made with thin rice noodles, vegetables, and usually chicken or pork, tossed in a soy-based sauce. It's a common party dish in Filipino households, often served at birthdays for its symbolic association with long life.

Where it comes from

Pancit dishes descend from Chinese noodle traditions brought to the Philippines by Chinese immigrants centuries ago, and pancit itself comes from a Hokkien term for noodles. Bihon, made with thin rice vermicelli, is one of dozens of regional pancit variations found across the Philippines.

Buying it

If buying it pre-made from a deli case, check that the noodles look moist rather than dried out, and confirm the packing date.

Storing it

Refrigerate and eat within a few days; reheat with a splash of water or broth, since the noodles dry out in the fridge.

Keeps about 3 days in the fridge.

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