Poached Tuna with Kumquats and Jalapeño

This Poached Tuna with Kumquats and Jalapeño is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Donald Link This incredibly quick and easy dish from New Orleans chef Donald Link's Down South cookbook features tuna steaks poached until rare in a bright, buttery sauce that's infused with tangy lime and kumquats, spicy jalapeños, and fresh m

Ingredients

Servings 2

2 tuna steaks
kosher salt
4 tbsp. unsalted butter
1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. lime juice
1 small jalapeño
4 kumquats
1/4 c. mint leaves

Instructions

Season the tuna steaks with salt. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter in the olive oil and lime juice. Stir in the minced jalapeño and sliced kumquats. Add the tuna steaks and cook them over moderate heat, turning once, until they're rare, about 4 minutes.
Transfer the tuna steaks to a carving board and slice them 1/3 inch thick, then arrange them on plates. Stir the torn mint into the sauce, spoon over the tuna, and serve. Looking for more dinner options? Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.

Why this Poached Tuna with Kumquats and Jalapeño works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Poached Tuna with Kumquats and Jalapeño that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Tuna.

Tuna is great for a high protein diet as it has 33 grams of protein within its housing, with no pesky carbohydrates to worry about. In addition to this, tuna contains B vitamins and vitamin D, both of which are vital to fighting back against PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poached Tuna with Kumquats and Jalapeño good for PCOS?

Yes, this Poached Tuna with Kumquats and Jalapeño recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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