Smoked Salmon Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons dried dill
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 (1 1/2-pound) salmon fillet (about 1 inch thick)
- 4 cups hickory wood chips
- Cooking spray
- Cracked black pepper (optional)
- Fresh dill sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- Combine water, salt, sugar, dill, and soy sauce in a large bowl, stirring until salt and sugar dissolve. Pour salt mixture into a large zip-top plastic bag. Add ice and salmon; seal. Refrigerate 2 hours, turning bag occasionally.
- Soak the wood chips in water for 1 hour. Drain well.
- Prepare the grill for indirect grilling, heating one side to medium and leaving one side with no heat.
- Place half of wood chips on hot coals. Remove salmon from bag; discard brine. Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Place salmon on grill rack coated with cooking spray over unheated side. Close lid; grill 10 minutes. Place remaining wood chips on hot coals; close lid, and grill 15 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Sprinkle with black pepper and garnish with dill sprigs, if desired.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon.
Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are crucial for reducing inflammation and promoting cardiovascular health. It is also rich in vitamin D, which helps regulate insulin levels and improve mood, both of which are important for managing PCOS symptoms. Additionally, salmon provides a good amount of B vitamins, particularly B12, which supports energy production and helps maintain healthy nerve function. Including salmon in your diet can help balance hormones, reduce inflamma...
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