Mongolian Beef & Broccoli - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Recipe by Lindsay Funston
Chelsea Lupkin
Ingredients
- 1/4 c. plus 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1 lb. flank steak, cut into strips
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tsp. freshly chopped ginger (peeled) or 1 tsp. ground ginger
- 2 tbsp. hoisin sauce
- 1/2 c. low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 c. brown sugar
- 1/4 c. water
- 1 head broccoli florets
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Cooked jasmine rice, for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1/4 cup oil. Toss beef with corn starch. Cook until crispy, 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and drain fat.
- Add remaining teaspoon oil to skillet. Add garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, 1 minute, then add hoisin sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer and let thicken, 4 to 5 minutes, then add broccoli. Cover and cook until tender, about 3 minutes, then return beef to skillet and stir until completely coated in sauce.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and serve over rice.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Sesame Seeds.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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