Japanese-Style "Meat and Potatoes" - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Japanese-Style "Meat and Potatoes" is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Kathy Brennan & Caroline Campion This recipe is based on a popular Japanese stewed dish called nikujaga (niku means "meat"; jaga means "potato"), which Kathy's mom often made when she was growing up. It's home cooking at its best, the kind of f

Ingredients

2 tbsp. vegetable oil
3/4 lb. ground beef
1 yellow onion
1 large carrot
1 1/2 tbsp. minced peeled fresh ginger
1/4 c. dry white wine
1 1/2 lb. potatoes
2 tbsp. packed light brown sugar
1 c. low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 c. water
1/4 c. soy sauce
2 scallions, thinly sliced on the diagonal (optional)

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add beef and cook, stirring often and breaking up meat, just until it’s no longer pink, about 2 minutes. Add onions, carrots, and ginger and cook, stirring often, for about 2 minutes.
Add wine and briskly simmer, scraping up any caramelized bits from bottom of pan, until almost evaporated. Add potatoes, brown sugar, broth, water, and soy sauce and stir to combine. (The liquid won’t quite cover the solids.) Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered and stirring occasionally, until potatoes and carrots are tender, about 30 minutes. Check seasonings, adding salt if needed. Serve hot or warm, sprinkled with scallions, if you like. Looking for more dinner options? Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Japanese-Style "Meat and Potatoes" good for PCOS?

Yes, this Japanese-Style "Meat and Potatoes" 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 4 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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