Cumin-Glazed Ribs with Avocado-Pineapple Salsa - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Cumin-Glazed Ribs with Avocado-Pineapple Salsa is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1/4 cup ancho chile powder
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 racks baby back ribs (about 5 pounds total)
4 jalapeños, seeded and thinly sliced
8 garlic cloves, smashed
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup honey
1 pound fresh pineapple rings, cored and sliced 1/2 inch thick
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1 large Hass avocado, diced

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the ancho powder with 1/4 cup of the cumin, 2 tablespoons of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Set the ribs on a rimmed baking sheet and rub all over with the spice mix. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 10 hours.
Preheat the oven to 350 °. Add 1/4 inch of water to the baking sheet and bake the ribs for 45 minutes, until barely tender. Cover with foil and bake until tender, about 30 minutes longer. Pour off the pan juices.
Meanwhile, in a blender, puree three-fourths of the jalapeños with the garlic and 1/2 cup of the lime juice. Blend in the honey and the remaining 1 tablespoon of cumin. Transfer the glaze to a saucepan and simmer over low heat until glossy and thickened, 15 minutes.
Raise the oven temperature to 450 °. Brush the ribs with half of the glaze. Roast until well glazed, turning once, about 20 minutes. Brush with the remaining glaze.
Light a grill or preheat the broiler. Grill the pineapple rings over high heat, turning once, until lightly charred, about 5 minutes. Finely dice the pineapple and transfer to a bowl. Add the brown sugar, onion, cilantro, avocado and remaining jalapeño and 2 tablespoons of lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Grill or broil the ribs over high heat, turning once, until caramelized, about 5 minutes. Cut between the bones and serve with the salsa.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cumin-Glazed Ribs with Avocado-Pineapple Salsa good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cumin-Glazed Ribs with Avocado-Pineapple Salsa 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 6 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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