Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

onion

sliced

4 clove

garlic

minced

2 tbsp

oil

1 cup

chicken chunks

slightly cooked

1 cup

ham chunks

boiled

1 cup

shrimp

cooked small

0.25 cup

soy sauce

1 cup

cabbage

sliced

0.5 lb

vermicelli

cooked

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

1 unit

lemon wedges

1 cup

chicken stock

seasoned

Step 1
~5 min

Sauté onion, garlic, and oil in a large pan or wok.

Step 2
~5 min

Add chicken, ham, and shrimp to the pan and brown them.

Step 3
~5 min

Combine the browned meat and seafood with the onion mixture.

Step 4
~5 min

Simmer for 2 minutes, adding soy sauce, sliced cabbage, and chicken stock.

Step 5
~5 min

Incorporate the cooked vermicelli noodles into the mixture.

Step 6
~5 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7
~5 min

Serve hot with lemon wedges.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add more chicken stock if the noodles become too dry.

Garnish with toasted garlic for extra flavor.

Use a combination of different vegetables like carrots and snow peas.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot as a main course.

Pair with a side of steamed rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Lumpia (Filipino Spring Rolls)
Adobo

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Philippines

Cultural Significance

A popular dish served during celebrations and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Fiestas
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Party Food
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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