Five-Spice Pecan - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Five-Spice Pecan
Servings: 2
Lunch

This Five-Spice Pecan is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
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Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
  • 4 teaspoons water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons five-spice powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350 °. In a medium saucepan, warm 4 teaspoons vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Add 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar, 4 teaspoons water, 1 1/2 teaspoons five-spice powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; stir until sugar dissolves and mixture bubbles. Add 2 cups pecan halves; cook, stirring, until pecans are thickly coated, about 3 minutes. Spread evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Bake until fragrant and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool completely.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Five-Spice Pecan recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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