Shrimp Scampi over Basmati Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Shrimp Scampi over Basmati Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 c. basmati rice, rinsed
- extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 4 tbsp. butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 c. diced shallots
- 1/2 c. dry white wine
- 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken stock
- 1 tsp. lemon zest
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Steam rice according to packaged instructions; keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Rinse and dry shrimp and season with salt and pepper. When skillet is hot but not smoking, add shrimp and cook 1 minute per side until pink. Transfer to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons butter, garlic, and shallots and cook until garlic is tender, 2 minutes. Add wine, chicken stock, and 1 teaspoon salt; bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes.
- Add remaining butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, and shrimp. Toss together and serve immediately over steamed rice. Top with additional sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Shrimp Scampi over Basmati Rice 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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