Crispy Grits with Sweet-and-Sour Beets and Mushrooms - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Crispy Grits with Sweet-and-Sour Beets and Mushrooms is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

3 large golden or red beets (1 1/4 pounds)
1 1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for rubbing
1 1/2 cups stone-ground white grits (see Note)
3 cups milk
3 cups water
6 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large egg yolk
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound mixed wild mushrooms, such as chanterelles and oysters, trimmed and thickly sliced
1 thyme sprig
2 tablespoons dry white wine
3 large shallots, thinly sliced
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup snipped chives
1 cup rice flour
1 cup baby greens, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 °. Line a 9-inch square baking dish with plastic wrap. Rub the beets lightly with olive oil and wrap individually in foil. Bake the beets for about 1 hour, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Let cool slightly.
Meanwhile, in a medium enameled cast-iron casserole or Dutch oven, whisk the grits with the milk, water and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil over moderate heat, whisking constantly. Cover the grits and bake in the oven for about 50 minutes, stirring 3 or 4 times. The grits are done when they're tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Whisk 6 tablespoons of the butter and the egg yolk into the grits. Season with pepper. Spoon the grits into the prepared baking dish and press a sheet of plastic wrap directly onto the surface. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
Peel the roasted beets and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Transfer the beet pieces to a large bowl.
In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil until shimmering. Add the mushrooms and thyme sprig and season with salt and pepper. Cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated and the mushrooms are lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Add the wine and the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of butter and cook, stirring, until evaporated, about 1 minute. Add the mushrooms to the beets. Discard the thyme sprig.
Wipe out the skillet. Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and heat until shimmering. Add the shallots and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until softened. Add the vinegar, sugar and a pinch of salt and cook until slightly reduced, about 3 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup of the olive oil and add to the beets and mushrooms. Stir in the chives and season with salt and pepper.
Spread the rice flour on a plate. Turn the grits out onto a work surface; discard the plastic. Cut the grits in half, then cut each half into eight narrow 4 1/2-inch-long rectangles. Dust the grits with rice flour. Divide the remaining 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon of olive oil between 2 large nonstick skillets and heat until shimmering. Add the grit cakes and fry over moderately high heat until golden and crisp all over, about 8 minutes total. Drain on paper towels and season lightly with salt. Transfer the cakes to a platter and top with the sweet-and-sour beets and mushrooms. Garnish with the baby greens and serve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crispy Grits with Sweet-and-Sour Beets and Mushrooms good for PCOS?

Yes, this Crispy Grits with Sweet-and-Sour Beets and Mushrooms 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 8 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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