Gingery Shrimp - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic
- 9 tsps ginger, finely chopped
- 8 fl oz white wine
- 1 lb deveined shrimp
- 8 oz snow peas
- 1/3 cup cilantro
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 12 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook 2 minutes.
- Add the wine and bring to a boil.
- Nestle the shrimp in the onion and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add snow peas and stir to combine. Continue to cook until shrimp are bright pink and cooked through, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in cilantro, salt, and pepper.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Gingery Shrimp contribute to your health goals:
- Shrimp: Selenium supports thyroid function which is often affected in PCOS
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Ginger: May help reduce menstrual pain and inflammation in PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Gingery Shrimp can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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