Seared Skirt Steak with Cilantro Paste - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Olive oil is a key Mediterranean diet ingredient rich in polyphenols. Garlic is supports cardiovascular health and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Healthy fats support hormone production and help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins essential for reproductive health. Anti-inflammatory foods are especially important for PCOS, as chronic low-grade inflammation is a key driver of symptoms.
This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your dinner.
Ingredients
- Cilantro-Lime Steak Marinade
- 1 lb. Skirt Steak
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 1 medium Lime, juiced
- 1 tsp. Minced Garlic
- 1 small Handful Cilantro
- 1/4 tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
- Cilantro Paste
- 1 tsp. Minced Garlic
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1 cup Fresh Cilantro, lightly packed
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 1/2 medium Lemon, juiced
- 1 medium Jalapeno, seeded
- 1/2 tsp. Cumin
- 1/2 tsp. Coriander
Instructions
- Remove the excess silverskin from the skirt steak if your butcher left any on. In a ziploc bag, combine 1 lb Skirt Steak, 1/4 cup Soy Sauce, 1/4 cup Olive Oil, juice of 1 medium Lime, 1 tsp. Minced Garlic, 1 small Handful Cilantro, and 1/4 tsp. Red Pepper Flakes. Let this marinate for at least 45 minutes in the fridge.
- To make the sauce, add 1 tsp. Garlic Clove, 1/2 tsp. Salt, 1 cup lightly packed Fresh Cilantro, 1/4 cup Olive Oil, juice of 1/2 medium Lemon, 1 medium Jalapeno (de-seeded), 1/2 tsp. Cumin, and 1/2 tsp. Coriander to a food processor.
- Pulse the ingredients until well combined and texture is how you want it.
- Heat a cast iron skillet to medium-high heat. Once hot, add steak to the pan and allow to cook about 2-3 minutes per side (depending on thickness). You just want to kiss the steak with the heat, otherwise it will become tough.
- Flip the steak and cook again for another 2 minutes or so.
- Serve with cilantro paste spooned over the top!
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Seared Skirt Steak with Cilantro Paste contribute to your health goals:
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Seared Skirt Steak with Cilantro Paste can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
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