Gambas al Ajillo | PCOS Meal Planner

This Gambas al Ajillo is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Translation: Garlic shrimp. Which explains why there’s a clove of garlic for every shrimp in this saucy dish.

Ingredients

Servings 4

1/4 cup olive oil
20 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
20 large shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 chile de árbol, crumbled
2 teaspoons brandy
Kosher salt
Finely chopped parsley (for serving)

Instructions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until hot but not smoking. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly to keep from burning, until golden, about 1 minute.
Add shrimp and chile de árbol to skillet and cook, tossing constantly, until shrimp are cooked through, about 2 minutes. Add brandy and cook, continuing to toss constantly, 1 minute; season with salt.
To serve, divide shrimp among plates and scatter parsley over top.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gambas al Ajillo good for PCOS?

Yes, this Gambas al Ajillo recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

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