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Drunken Noodles - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Drunken Noodles
Servings: 4
Lunch

This Drunken Noodles is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Bank Atcharawan This fast (and almost vegetarian) Thai rice noodle dish is dressed with a deliciously savory, spicy sauce and tossed with crispy tofu.

Ingredients

  • vegetable oil
  • 7 oz. firm tofu
  • 1/2 c. chicken stock
  • 1 tbsp. oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp. Asian fish sauce
  • 1 1/2 tsp. roasted red chile paste
  • 1 tsp. black soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp. sugar
  • 1/2 red bell pepper
  • 1/2 large jalapeño
  • 2 clove garlic
  • 1 red Thai bird chile
  • 1/2 lb. pad thai rice noodles
  • Thai basil leaves
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. In a nonstick skillet, heat 1/4 inch of oil. Add the tofu and cook over moderately high heat, turning, until crisp, 5 minutes. Drain.
  2. In a bowl, whisk the stock, oyster sauce, fish sauce, chile paste, soy sauce, and sugar.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add the bell pepper, jalapeño, garlic, and Thai chile and stir-fry over high heat until fragrant, 2 minutes. Add the noodles and stir-fry until browned, 4 minutes. Add the sauce and toss over moderately high heat, until absorbed. Fold in 1 cup of basil and the tofu. Garnish with more basil and serve with lime wedges. Looking for more dinner options? Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Drunken Noodles 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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