Steamed Ginger Garlic Cod in Parchment with Spinach - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 (7 oz.) pieces of cod
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp. grated ginger
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1/4 c. honey
- 3 tbsp. rice vinegar, or white wine vinegar
- 1/4 c. soy sauce
- 1 lb. fresh spinach
Instructions
- Season fish generously with salt and pepper. Set aside while preparing sauce.
- In a medium bowl, combine ginger, garlic, honey, vinegar and soy sauce till well blended.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a large sheet pan, prepare 4 pieces of parchment paper each 12 inches long. Place 1 piece of fish in center of parchment paper, add 1/4 of the sauce and 1/4 of the spinach. Bring sides together over top and fold over several times to close. Then roll sides or twist to form a pouch. Repeat steps for remaining fish.
- Place pouches on sheet pan and bake for 14 minutes. Cut open to let out steam and serve immediately. Serve with a bowl of steaming rice, if desired.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Honey.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being. Honey, often hailed as a...
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