Coconut Shrimp Curry with Cauliflower, Red Pepper, and Spinach - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 c. jasmine rice
- kosher salt
- 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 2" piece ginger, peeled and grated (1 tbsp.)
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. ground coriander
- 2 tsp. curry powder
- 1 red pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets (4 c.)
- 1 15-oz. can coconut milk
- 3/4 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
- 3 c. baby spinach
- Red pepper flakes, for garnish
Instructions
- In a small pot, combine rice,1 1/2 cups water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, 18 minutes. Turn off heat and let sit 5 minutes more. Fluff rice, then cover until ready to use.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, and curry and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add red pepper and cauliflower and cook until beginning to soften, 5 minutes. Add coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Simmer, covered, until cauliflower is crisp-tender, 5 minutes.
- Stir in shrimp and spinach. Let cook until shrimp are bright pink and cooked through and spinach is wilted, 5 to 6 minutes. Season with salt and red pepper flakes.
- Serve immediately with jasmine rice.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
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.
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