Emiliano's Tuna Machaca - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Emiliano's Tuna Machaca is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

2 tablespoons/30 ml canola oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 pounds/675 g fresh tuna, cut in chunks
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 poblano chile, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, seeded and sliced
A few sprigs fresh oregano, leaves finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Tortillas, warmed, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

Heat the oil in a wok or a nonstick pan. Add the garlic, then add the tuna and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, breaking the pieces as it cooks. Add the onions and poblano chile and continue cooking for 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve warm with tortillas and a squeeze of lime.
Cook's Note: Chuck uses a disca on the show, but a wok will get the job done too!

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Tuna is great for a high protein diet as it has 33 grams of protein within its housing, with no pesky carbohydrates to worry about. In addition to this, tuna contains B vitamins and vitamin D, both of which are vital to fighting back against PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emiliano's Tuna Machaca good for PCOS?

Yes, this Emiliano's Tuna Machaca 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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