Asian Pork & Shrimp - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Fish is a good source of lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Shrimp is a low-calorie source of protein and selenium. Egg is provide complete protein with all essential amino acids.
Adequate protein intake is crucial for PCOS management as it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces cravings.
This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your snack.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Ground Pork
- 1 lb. Shrimp
- 2 Red Bell Peppers
- 3 Green Bell Peppers
- 4 Stalks Green Onion
- 1 Large Egg
- 1 Tbsp. Sesame Oil
- 1 Tbsp. Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp. Minced Garlic
- 2 tsp. Fish Sauce
- 1 tsp. Five Spice
- 1 tsp. Rice Vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
- 1/4 tsp. Salt
Instructions
- All the prepping is going to come first. Make sure your shrimp is well drained of any excess water.
- Peel all the shrimp and make sure they are dry.
- Cut all your shrimp into thirds. We will be mixing all of it with the ground pork.
- Let all of your pork go into a plastic bag.
- Add your shrimp to the ground pork in the bag.
- Chop 4 stalks of spring onions, making sure they are relatively fine.
- Add all of your spices, spring onion, soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, and egg to the bag of pork and shrimp.
- Mix the ingredients very well, making sure that all the spices and sauces are completely covering everything.
- Make sure all air is out of the bag and roll it into a log.
- Let it sit in the fridge to marinate for 2-3 hours
- .STAGE TWO
- Preheat your oven to 375F.
- Begin the prep. Chop your red bell peppers into quarters.
- Now chop your green bell peppers the same way.
- Spoon the marinated mixture onto your pepper quarters. The bell peppers won’t always come out in even quarters, so you have to do your best here. I don’t mind the offset of different size peppers and quarters, I will just eat 5-6 of them and call it a day.
- Put them in the oven for 35 minutes.
- At 35 minutes in, I flipped the tray around and let them cook for another 5 minutes.
- Let them cool for 5 minutes and serve!
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 Asian Pork & Shrimp contribute to your health goals:
- Fish: Supports anti-inflammatory pathways important for PCOS management
- Shrimp: Selenium supports thyroid function which is often affected in PCOS
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Bell pepper: Vitamin C supports adrenal function and may help manage cortisol levels in PCOS
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 protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. 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 Asian Pork & 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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