Pork Carnitas Nachos Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 10

Lunch

This Pork Carnitas Nachos Recipe | MyRecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Slow-cooked pork loin, brown rice, seasoned black beans, pico de gallo, jalapeños, and queso fresco make up the savory layers of Pork Carnitas Nachos.

Ingredients

1 (3- to 3 1/2-pound) boneless pork loin
5 garlic cloves, quartered
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon table salt
1 (12-oz.) bottle beer
2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons adobo sauce from can
5 cups cooked brown rice
5 cups canned seasoned black beans, drained
Tortilla chips
Toppings: 2/3 cup chopped onion; 2/3 cup refrigerated pico de gallo; 2/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 jalapeños, sliced; 1 1/2 cups queso fresco
2 limes, cut into wedges

Instructions

Make 1/2-inch-deep slits on outside of pork; stuff with garlic. Combine cumin, oregano, and salt in a small bowl. Place pork in a 3 1/2-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle pork on all sides with spice mixture.
Combine beer, chipotle chiles, lime juice, and adobo sauce. Pour mixture over pork. Cover and cook on High for 6 to 8 hours or until pork is tender.
Remove pork from slow cooker; shred with 2 forks. Combine shredded pork and 1/2 cup cooking liquid; toss well.
Layer tortilla chips on bottom of platter; spoon rice and beans over chips. Add meat and toppings. Serve with lime wedges.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pork Carnitas Nachos Recipe | MyRecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Pork Carnitas Nachos Recipe | MyRecipes 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 10 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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