45 Pancit Canton Combinations You Have To Try At Least Once!

This is it, pancit!

A staple among Filipinos especially for those on a budget, pancit canton has been one of the go-to foods when you’re looking for something cheap, filling, and flavorful. On its own, pancit canton packs a punch, one that satisfies both those who are hungry and those who are craving for something salty (and sometimes sweet and spicy). Paired with other types of food, however, pancit canton becomes this dish that lends itself well to a variety of flavors.

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Don’t believe us? Check out the 45 pancit combinations we think you have to try at least once. Who knows you may just find your perfect food pairing!

Pancit Canton and Carbs

• Pancit Canton + Bread (Choose from pandesal or sliced bread)
• Pancit Canton + Rice

Pancit Canton and Condiments

• Pancit Canton + Butter
• Pancit Canton + Ketchup
• Pancit Canton + Mayonnaise
• Pancit Canton + Chili Oil/Hot Sauce
• Pancit Canton + Garlic Powder
• Pancit Canton + Grated Cheese
• Pancit Canton + Sesame Oil

Pancit Canton and Canned Goods (Meat)

• Pancit Canton + Corned Beef
• Pancit Canton + Spam 
• Pancit Canton + Luncheon Meat
• Pancit Canton + Vienna Sausage
• Pancit Canton + Pork and Beans

Pancit Canton and Canned Goods (Seafood)

• Pancit Canton + Sardines
• Pancit Canton + Canned Tuna
• Pancit Canton + Tuyo

Pancit Canton and Eggs

Insider tip: Make the yolks runny for the perfect balance of salty and rich!

Pancit Canton and Finger Food

Insider tip: Crumble and scatter the fragments on top of your pancit canton for an added crunchy texture. 

• Pancit Canton + Chicharon
• Pancit Canton + Peanuts
• Pancit Canton + Potato Chips

Pancit Canton and Vegetables (+ More)

Insider tip: Feel free to add more than what are mentioned!

• Pancit Canton + Carrots and Cabbage
• Pancit Canton + Spinach and Shitake Mushrooms
• Pancit Canton + Frozen Veggies (Corn, Carrots, and Peas)
• Pancit Canton + Kimchi
• Pancit Canton + Fried Eggplant

Pancit Canton and Spreads

Note: Add sesame oil to the pancit canton and peanut butter combination to create budget Pad Thai.

• Pancit Canton + Cheese Spread
• Pancit Canton + Peanut Butter

Pancit Canton and Fried Food

Note: For a healthier version of these fried foods, you may air fry or, like the siomai, you may steam your food

• Pancit Canton + Bacon Bits
• Pancit Canton + Fried Chicken
• Pancit Canton + Lumpia
• Pancit Canton + Hotdog
• Pancit Canton + Chicken/Squid/Fish Balls
• Pancit Canton + Kikiam
• Pancit Canton + Siomai
• Pancit Canton + Beef Tapa

Pancit Canton and Ulam (na may Sarsa)

Insider tip: You can place the noodles in the ulam so it could be coated well with the ulam's sauce. 

• Pancit Canton + Adobo
• Pancit Canton + Menudo
• Pancit Canton + Kaldereta
• Pancit Canton + Curry (Choose from Indian, Thai, and Japanese)

Pancit Canton and Pulutan

• Pancit Canton + Grilled Liempo
• Pancit Canton + Barbeque
• Pancit Canton + Steak

Well, that’s all there is to it! In light of the COVID-19 crisis, we hope these combinations helped open you up to a whole new world of flavors. Try it out for yourself and let us know if you liked it through our Instagram, @bookyapp. Take care always! – The Booky Team