Calories in pancit bihon
A typical serving of pancit bihon provides about 413 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 medium plate (250 g)
Calories
413kcal
Protein
15g
Carbs
70g
Fat
10.5g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 165 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 4.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugars | 1.4 g |
| Sodium | 390 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Thin Filipino rice noodles stir-fried with vegetables, chicken, and shrimp, seasoned with calamansi citrus.
Nutritional benefits
- Naturally gluten-free (if using gluten-free soy sauce)
- Low in saturated fats
- Provides a wide range of vegetable micronutrients
How to prepare it
- 1.Noodles are soaked briefly before being added to the wok
- 2.Quickly stir-fried at high heat with minimal oil
- 3.Finished with a squeeze of fresh citrus to brighten the flavor
Lighter alternatives
Pancit Canton
Uses egg noodles which are higher in calories
Shirataki stir-fry
Nearly zero calories and carbohydrates
Steamed jasmine rice
Lower in sodium as it avoids soy sauce
Healthy tip
Double the amount of cabbage and green beans to increase volume without adding many calories.
Frequently asked questions
Is it a daily meal?
Yes, but it is also traditionally served at birthdays to represent long life.
What kind of noodles are bihon?
They are very thin, translucent rice vermicelli.
Is it safe for celiacs?
It depends on the soy sauce used, as the rice noodles themselves are gluten-free.