Beef, Vegetable, and Noodle Stir-Fry - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Beef, Vegetable, and Noodle Stir-Fry is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Light in flavor and texture, rice noodles soak up the savory, beefy juices in the rest of the dish and make an ideal base for this bold stir-fry.

Ingredients

6 oz. rice noodles
3 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
2 tsp. honey
1 tsp. cornstarch
1 tbsp. fresh grated ginger
2 tbsp. canola oil
3 stalk celery
2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 orange)
2 clove garlic
1 can sliced water chestnuts
1 lb. sirloin steak
Black pepper
1 c. frozen edamame

Instructions

Cook the noodles according to package directions. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, honey, cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water; stir in the ginger.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry the celery and peppers for 3 minutes. Add the garlic and chestnuts and stir-fry for 1 minute; transfer to a bowl.
Heat the remaining tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef with 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the soy sauce mixture and cook for 1 minute.
Return the vegetables to the skillet. Add the edamame and cook, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute. Serve with the noodles.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey, Nuts.

Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beef, Vegetable, and Noodle Stir-Fry good for PCOS?

Yes, this Beef, Vegetable, and Noodle Stir-Fry 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 4 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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