Pan-Seared Steak with Mushroom-Merlot Sauce

This Pan-Seared Steak with Mushroom-Merlot Sauce is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

This elegant entrée deserves special accompaniments, like buttered baby carrots sprinkled with chopped tarragon, twice-baked potatoes (available frozen) and a spinach salad tossed with toasted walnuts. New-York-style cheesecake with strawberries provides

Ingredients

Servings 2

2 10-ounce rib-eye steaks
2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter
6 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 shallot, thinly sliced
3/4 cup Merlot
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

Instructions

Sprinkle steaks on both sides with salt and 2 teaspoons pepper; press to adhere. Heat oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks; cook to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium. Transfer steaks to 2 plates (do not clean skillet). Add 1 tablespoon butter to pan. Add mushrooms and shallot; sauté 2 minutes. Add wine and thyme and boil until wine is reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon at a time. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Pour over steaks.

Why this Pan-Seared Steak with Mushroom-Merlot Sauce works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Pan-Seared Steak with Mushroom-Merlot Sauce that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pan-Seared Steak with Mushroom-Merlot Sauce good for PCOS?

Yes, this Pan-Seared Steak with Mushroom-Merlot Sauce 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 2 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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