Skirt Steak with Balsamic-Glazed Onions and Creamy Polenta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 1 1/2 c. Polenta
- 3 tbsp. butter
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced into half-moons
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
- 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar
- 1 1/4 lb. skirt steak
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Arrange broccoli on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Roast until golden around edges, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, bring 4 1/2 cups salted water to a boil. Add polenta in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer on low, whisking regularly, until thickened, 20 minutes. Stir in butter and season with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil. Cook onion until beginning to soften, 3 minutes. Stir in brown sugar and cook 2 minutes more. Add balsamic vinegar and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer until texture resembles a thick syrup, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a grill pan over high heat. Season skirt steak with salt and pepper. Grill 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium rare. Let rest 5 minutes and cut thinly on the diagonal.
- Serve steak over polenta topped with balsamic red onions. Serve broccoli on the side.
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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