Lemon-Ginger Cake with Pistachios - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Lemon-Ginger Cake with Pistachios is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 7 large eggs
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, diced
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 1/2 tablespoons (packed) finely grated lemon peel
Instructions
- Whisk eggs and yolks in large bowl. Combine lemon juice, butter, and sugar in medium metal bowl. Set over saucepan of simmering water; stir until sugar dissolves. Gradually whisk hot lemon mixture into egg mixture. Return mixture to bowl set over water; whisk constantly until mixture thickens and instant-read thermometer registers 180 °F, about 5 minutes. Pour curd through fine strainer set over bowl; stir in lemon peel.
- Place plastic wrap directly on surface of curd. Refrigerate until cold, at least 8 hours or overnight. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Lemon-Ginger Cake with Pistachios recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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