Spicy Asparagus-Tempeh Stir-Fry Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Spicy Asparagus-Tempeh Stir-Fry Recipe | MyRecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Prepare 3 cups cooked brown rice by using 1 large bag of boil-in-bag brown rice.

Ingredients

3/4 pound asparagus spears
3/4 cup vegetable broth
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
1 (8-ounce) package multigrain tempeh (such as White Wave Five-Grain), thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 (6-ounce) package sliced shiitake mushrooms
3 cups hot cooked instant brown rice

Instructions

Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Cut spears diagonally into 2-inch pieces. Set aside.
Combine vegetable broth, soy sauce, and cornstarch in a small bowl; stir with a whisk until smooth. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tempeh, and stir-fry 4 to 5 minutes or until golden. Remove tempeh from pan; set aside.
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil in same pan. Add garlic, red pepper, asparagus, and mushrooms to pan, and stir-fry 3 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Add broth mixture; bring to a boil, and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until thickened. Add tempeh, and cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated. Serve over brown rice.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Asparagus, Brown Rice.

Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many women of reproductive age. This nutrient-dense vegetable offers a myriad of health benefits that align perfectly with the dietary needs of those managing PCOS, making it an essential addition to their diet. Rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, asparagus is particularly high in folate, vitamins A, C, E, and K, and has significant levels of chromium—a trace mineral that enha...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spicy Asparagus-Tempeh Stir-Fry Recipe | MyRecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Spicy Asparagus-Tempeh Stir-Fry Recipe | MyRecipes 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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