Toasted Sesame Oil and Ginger Bell Peppers with Chili and Black Sesame Seeds - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Dinner

This Toasted Sesame Oil and Ginger Bell Peppers with Chili and Black Sesame Seeds is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Rori Trovato Spice it up! Ginger, chili, and toasted sesame oil enliven bell peppers.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 green bell pepper
2 red bell peppers
2 Yellow bell peppers
1 piece fresh ginger
2 medium cloves garlic
1 bird chili seeded and minced (1 tbsp. minced jalapeño may be substituted)
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tbsp. toasted sesame oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper (optional)
1 tbsp. black sesame seeds (toasted sesame seeds may be substituted)

Instructions

In a large sauté pan or a wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add green, red, and yellow bell peppers and stir frequently so as not to burn. Cook until soft and slightly brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Add ginger, garlic, and bird chili. Continue cooking for 1 minute. Add soy sauce, then remove from heat.
Add toasted sesame oil and toss well. If desired, season with salt and pepper to taste. Place in a serving bowl and top with sesame seeds.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Sesame Seeds.

Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Toasted Sesame Oil and Ginger Bell Peppers with Chili and Black Sesame Seeds good for PCOS?

Yes, this Toasted Sesame Oil and Ginger Bell Peppers with Chili and Black Sesame Seeds recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. 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 6 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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