Brussels Sprout Kimchi - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 2

Lunch

This Brussels Sprout Kimchi is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Jon Churan The shape of the crystals varies quite a bit from brand to brand, so measuring kosher salts by weight is the most reliable method. Not ready to invest in a scale? See the box below for volume conversions.

Ingredients

3.5 ounces plus .7 ounces kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds small brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved
1/2 small onion, coarsely chopped
2 scallions, sliced
4 garlic cloves
1/4 cup gochugaru (coarse Korean red pepper powder)
2 tablespoons fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)
2 tablespoons Sriracha
1 tablespoon grated peeled ginger
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons coriander seeds, crushed
2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed
Ingredient info: Gochugaru can be found at Korean markets.

Instructions

Combine 3. 5 ounces salt and 2 quarts warm water in a large bowl, whisking to dissolve salt. Add brussels sprouts and top with a plate to keep brussels sprouts submerged. Let sit at room temperature 4 hours; drain. Rinse, drain, and place in a large bowl.
Pulse onion, scallions, garlic, gochugaru, fish sauce, Sriracha, ginger, soy sauce, and coriander and fennel seeds in a food processor until smooth. Add to bowl with brussels sprouts and toss. Transfer to two 32-ounce canning jars, packing down to eliminate air gaps.
Combine remaining . 7 ounce salt and 1 quart warm water in a large bowl, whisking to dissolve salt. Add pickling liquid to jars to cover brussels sprouts, leaving at least 1" headspace. Cover jars with lids. Let sit out of direct sunlight at room temperature until kimchi tastes tangy and releases bubbles when stirred, 3-5 days. Chill.
DO AHEAD: Kimchi can be made 2 months ahead (flavor will deepen). Keep chilled.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brussels Sprout Kimchi good for PCOS?

Yes, this Brussels Sprout Kimchi 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 2 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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