Vietnamese Caramel Salmon with Sticky Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 150 grams (5.5 ounces) superfine sugar
- 3 large cloves garlic, finely sliced
- 1 red chile, finely sliced
- 1 thumb-size piece ginger, peeled and julienned
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce (preferably Vietnamese)
- 4 salmon fillets, skinned
- 2 heads bok choy, halved lengthwise
- 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, leaves stripped
- 1 small bunch spring onions, finely sliced and placed in cold water
- Sticky rice, for serving
Instructions
- Place a large, high-sided frying pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sugar and 100 milliliters (1/2 cup) water and cook for 5 minutes, swirling the pan occasionally until you are left with a dark caramel. Do not be tempted to stir the mixture. Add the garlic, chile and ginger and mix through. Pour in 50 milliliters (1/4 cup) water and the fish sauce and bring to a steady boil. Add in the salmon fillets and bok choy, turning to coat completely in the caramel mixture. Reduce the heat and cook until the salmon is cooked all the way through, 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and garnish with cilantro and drained spring onion curls. Serve straight away in warmed bowls with warm sticky rice.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon.
Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are crucial for reducing inflammation and promoting cardiovascular health. It is also rich in vitamin D, which helps regulate insulin levels and improve mood, both of which are important for managing PCOS symptoms. Additionally, salmon provides a good amount of B vitamins, particularly B12, which supports energy production and helps maintain healthy nerve function. Including salmon in your diet can help balance hormones, reduce inflamma...
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