Carnitas with Orzo and Peppers in Red Mole Sauce Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 5

Lunch

This Carnitas with Orzo and Peppers in Red Mole Sauce Recipe is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (1-1/2 to 2 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 each medium green, sweet red and yellow peppers, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup red mole sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup (4 ounces) quesadilla or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

Instructions

Place pork in a 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Bake at 325 ° for 1-1/2 hours or until tender. Remove pork from oven. Increase oven setting to 350 °.
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside. In a large skillet, saute peppers and onion in oil until crisp-tender. In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan, combine the orzo, peppers and onion.
In a small saucepan, whisk the chicken broth, mole sauce, tomato paste and remaining salt. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Pour over orzo and vegetables. Stir in pork; sprinkle with cheese. Cover and bake 35-40 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes or until cheese is golden brown.
FREEZE OPTION: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carnitas with Orzo and Peppers in Red Mole Sauce Recipe good for PCOS?

Yes, this Carnitas with Orzo and Peppers in Red Mole Sauce Recipe 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 5 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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