This The Real Deal Gumbo is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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In a small skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the okra and cook, stirring frequently, until no longer slimy, about 3 minutes. Set aside.
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In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until it is a light chocolate color, about 5 minutes (this is the “roux”).
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Add the onion, bell pepper and garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add the broth, sausage and Cajun seasoning and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
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Add the shrimp and simmer until they are pink and cooked through. Serve over the rice. Pass hot sauce at the table.
Why this The Real Deal Gumbo works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this The Real Deal Gumbo 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 The Real Deal Gumbo 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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