This Quinoa Fried Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and 2 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until water is absorbed, 20 minutes. Season with salt and fluff with a fork.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion, garlic, carrot, and frozen peas and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add soy sauce and stir until combined. Crack in eggs and stir quickly so that they scramble, 1 minute.
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Add cooked quinoa and stir to distribute. Let heat through, 3 minutes.
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Drizzle with sesame oil and top with scallions.
Why this Quinoa Fried Rice works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Quinoa Fried Rice that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Quinoa Fried 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 Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 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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