Seared Skirt Steak with Cilantro Paste - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Seared Skirt Steak with Cilantro Paste is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 432 calories, 32.3g protein, and 2.8g carbs per serving. Ready in 104 minutes.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Seared Skirt Steak with Cilantro Paste recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 432 calories per serving with 32.3g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
This recipe takes about 104 minutes total. Prep time is 54 minutes and cook time is 50 minutes. It makes 3 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 432 calories, 32.3g protein (30%), 2.8g carbs, 32.5g fat. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 432 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. 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 3 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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