This Southern Indian Mixed Vegetable Dish: Avial is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat the oil in a large nonstick pan. Add the onion, chiles, and cumin, and cook until the onions are soft and beginning to color.
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When the onions are cooked, stir in the carrots, potatoes, turmeric, and salt. Cover the pan and cook over a low heat, stirring often. If necessary, add a splash of water to prevent the vegetables from burning.
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After about 15 minutes, add the cucumber and beans. Cover the pan again and cook for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender.
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Meanwhile, put the shallots, ginger, and coconut (complete with its soaking liquid) into a blender. Blend to a fine paste before adding to the pan, along with the peas. Cook for a further 5 minutes, stirring thoroughly. Tear the curry leaves into the pan, and stir in the yogurt.
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To serve the dish, take the pan off the heat and pour the coconut oil over the vegetables, if using. Spoon the mixture on to 6 serving plates and serve with basmati rice.
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NotesThis recipe is deceptively easy and adapts to most vegetables.
Why this Southern Indian Mixed Vegetable Dish: Avial works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Southern Indian Mixed Vegetable Dish: Avial 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 Southern Indian Mixed Vegetable Dish: Avial 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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