Braised Pork Loin with Port and Dried Plums - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 10

Lunch

This Braised Pork Loin with Port and Dried Plums is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

This tender meat makes a textbook slow-cooker meal. Soaked in savory flavors, this dish is a brilliant comfort food.

Ingredients

1 (3 1/4-pound) boneless pork loin roast, trimmed
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon dried sage (not rubbed sage)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups sliced onion
1 cup finely chopped leek
1 cup finely chopped carrot
1/2 cup port or other sweet red wine
1/3 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup water
1 cup pitted dried plums (about 20 dried plums)
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Instructions

Cut roast in half crosswise. Combine pepper and next 4 ingredients (through thyme). Rub seasoning mixture over surface of roast halves.
Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add pork, browning on all sides. Place pork in a 4 1/2-quart electric slow cooker. Add onion, leek, and carrot to Dutch oven; sauté 5 minutes or until vegetables are golden. Stir in wine, broth, and 1/3 cup water, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Pour wine mixture over pork in slow cooker; add plums and bay leaves. Cover and cook on HIGH for 1 hour. Reduce heat to LOW, and cook for 5 to 6 hours or until pork is tender.
Remove pork from slow cooker; reserve cooking liquid in slow cooker. Set pork aside; keep warm. Increase heat to HIGH. Combine cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water; stir well, and add to cooking liquid. Cook, uncovered, 15 minutes or until mixture is thick, stirring frequently. Discard bay leaves. Slice pork, and serve with sauce.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Braised Pork Loin with Port and Dried Plums good for PCOS?

Yes, this Braised Pork Loin with Port and Dried Plums 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 10 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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