CONTEST SIDE DISH: Pancit Suisado (Fried Noodles)

PANCIT SUISADO (FRIED NOODLES)
By BumbleBeeBoogie

4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup shredded cooked pork
1 cup shredded cooked chicken
1 pound Napa cabbage, finely chopped
2 carrots, coarsely grated
2 cups chicken broth
1 package rice sticks (Bijon noodles)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoon chopped Chinese parsley
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Garnish: lemon wedges and sliced green onions

In a large, deep skillet, saute pan or wok over medium heat, saute the onion in the vegetable oil until soft; add the garlic and saute 1 minute longer. Add the pork, chicken, cabbage and carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally for 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth and the noodles; lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes or until noodles are tender. Add the soy sauce and Chinese parsley, and the pepper to taste. Serve with lemon wedges and sliced green onions to garnish.

Serves 3.