Pork Lo Mein | PCOS Meal Planner

This Pork Lo Mein is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Get your fill of Chinese takeout flavors minus all the sodium—and cost—with this quick-cooking recipe that tosses ramen noodles with frozen stir-fry veggies, pork cutlets, garlic and onion.

Ingredients

Servings 4

2 package Oriental-flavor ramen noodle soup
2 tsp. oil
1 large onion
3 clove garlic
1 bag frozen stir-fry vegetables
12 oz. pork cutlets or boneless thin-cut pork chops
1 tbsp. cornstarch
Garnish: sliced scallions

Instructions

Bring 6 cups water to a boil on stovetop or in microwave. Add ramen noodles (reserve flavoring packets). Let stand 5 minutes or until tender; drain.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tsp of the oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add onion and cook, stirring often, 5 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute or until fragrant.
Add vegetables; stir-fry 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove to a bowl.
Heat remaining oil in same skillet. Add pork (in 2 batches if necessary). Stir-fry 2 minutes or until browned and cooked through. Remove to bowl with vegetables.
Stir 1 cup water, the seasoning packets and the cornstarch in skillet until blended; bring to a simmer, stirring. Cook 1 minute or until slightly thickened.
Add noodles; toss to coat. Add vegetables and pork; toss to mix and coat. Cook over low heat, tossing, until warmed through.

Why this Pork Lo Mein works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Pork Lo Mein 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

Is Pork Lo Mein good for PCOS?

Yes, this Pork Lo Mein 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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