Poached Arctic Char with Basil-Tarragon Mayonnaise - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Dinner

This Poached Arctic Char with Basil-Tarragon Mayonnaise is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by April Bloomfield This herbaceous aioli is also terrific spooned over simply prepared vegetables, such as boiled new potatoes or roasted ramps.

Ingredients

2 large egg yolks*
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon mustard powder
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves plus 2 sprigs
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus more for serving
1 garlic clove, smashed
2 tablespoons kosher salt plus more
6 6-ounce arctic char steaks, each about 1 1/4" thick
2 bunches asparagus (about 1 1/2 pounds), trimmed
Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)

Instructions

Blend egg yolks, lemon juice, and mustard powder in a blender. Add basil and 1/4 cup tarragon. With machine running, drizzle in 3/4 cup oil; blend until smooth. Transfer mayonnaise to a small bowl, cover, and chill.
Combine tarragon sprigs, garlic, 2 tablespoons kosher salt, and 6 cups water in a large deep, lidded skillet and bring to a boil. Add fish, cover, and remove skillet from heat. Let stand until fish is just opaque in the center, 6-8 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook asparagus in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes; drain
Serve fish with asparagus; top with mayonnaise, drizzle with some oil, and sprinkle with sea salt.
DO AHEAD: Mayonnaise can be made 2 days ahead. Keep chilled.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Asparagus, Basil.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many wome...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poached Arctic Char with Basil-Tarragon Mayonnaise good for PCOS?

Yes, this Poached Arctic Char with Basil-Tarragon Mayonnaise recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 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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