Vegetable Stir-Fry with Tofu - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Vegetable Stir-Fry with Tofu is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces firm tofu, well drained, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems trimmed, caps sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 red bell peppers, cut into strips
- 2 bunches green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup sake or dry white wine
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil
Instructions
- Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in large nonstick skillet or wok over high heat. Add tofu; stir gently until starting to brown around edges, about 4 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer to bowl. Add 3 tablespoons oil, ginger and garlic to skillet; stir 1 minute. Add mushrooms; stir-fry until tender and golden around edges, about 5 minutes. Add broccoli, bell peppers and green onions; stir-fry until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Return tofu to skillet; stir to mix. Stir in sake, soy sauce and sesame oil; simmer 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl and serve.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Vegetable Stir-Fry with Tofu recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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