Ginger Beef Stir-Fry - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Ginger Beef Stir-Fry is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Each component of this tasty beef dish is stir-fried separately and then combined, ensuring a perfectly cooked result.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp. rice wine or sherry
3 tsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. Asian chili oil
1 lb. flank steak
5 tsp. vegetable oil
2 can broccoli florets
1/4 c. water
1 red bell pepper
1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
1 tsp. minced garlic
1/2 c. reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp. hoisin sauce
1/4 c. dry-roasted peanuts
cooked rice

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, rice wine, 2 teaspoons cornstarch and chili oil. Add beef; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 20 minutes.
Meanwhile heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry 1 minute. Add 1/4 cup water, cover and cook 2 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender and water evaporates. Transfer broccoli to a bowl. Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in skillet. Add bell pepper and stir-fry 1 minute or until just tender; add to broccoli. Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in skillet. Add half of beef and stir-fry until browned, about 2 minutes. Transfer to bowl. Repeat with 1 teaspoon vegetable oil and remaining beef.
Combine remaining 1 teaspoon cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water in a cup. Heat remaining 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in skillet over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, stir-fry 30 seconds. Stir in broth and hoisin sauce; bring to a boil. Stir in cornstarch mixture, cook until it boils and thickens. Stir in beef, vegetables and peanuts, serve with rice.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Nuts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ginger Beef Stir-Fry good for PCOS?

Yes, this Ginger Beef Stir-Fry recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. 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 4 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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