Spicy Beef, Broccoli and Snow Pea Stir Fry - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp peanut oil
- 1 tbsp hot chili oil
- 32 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 cup whole snow peas
- 2 oz cashews
- 2 cups, flowerets broccoli
- 3 oz carrots
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 tsps ginger
- 5 oz water chestnuts
- 22 oz beef sirloin
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients before heating up the Wok. Cut all ingredients to bite size pieces.
- Heat wok prior to adding oil. Once pre-heated add peanut oil and hot chili oil and heat over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and ginger to hot oil and stir vigorously for a minute or so to release flavors into oil.
- Once oil is hot add beef and chicken, and stir fry until almost completely done.
- Add vegetables and soy sauce and stir fry until vegetables are at desired tenderness.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Spicy Beef, Broccoli and Snow Pea Stir Fry contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Beef: Zinc supports hormone production and immune function
- Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
- Ginger: May help reduce menstrual pain and inflammation in PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Spicy Beef, Broccoli and Snow Pea Stir Fry can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Chicken Breast, Nuts.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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