Hoisin-Honey-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Pineapple - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 c. hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1 tbsp. grated fresh peeled ginger
- 1 tsp. Asian sesame oil
- 1 whole pork tenderloin
- 1/2 medium pineapple
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare outdoor grill for covered direct grilling over medium heat. In small bowl, combine hoisin, honey, ginger, and oil.
- Place pork on hot grill rack. Cover grill and cook pork 18 to 20 minutes, turning occasionally.
- With serrated knife, cut pineapple half into 4 wedges. Rub cut sides of pineapple with brown sugar.
- Grill pineapple 10 minutes or until browned on both sides, turning over once. While pineapple is grilling, brush pork with hoisin-honey glaze and turn frequently until temperature on instant-read thermometer reaches 155 degrees F. Transfer pork to cutting board; let stand 10 minutes. Transfer pineapple to platter.
- Thinly slice pork and serve with pineapple wedges.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey.
Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...
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