Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Green Onions and Cilantro - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Brussels sprouts are best when caramelized," says Gavin Kaysen. "Tossing the roasted vegetables with rich, salty fish sauce enhances the sweet notes created by the cooking process.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lower-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 1/2 teaspoons fish sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sambal oelek
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, quartered
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 shallot, minced
- 1 (1-inch) piece peeled fresh ginger, minced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Combine first 6 ingredients in a bowl, stirring with a whisk; set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add sprouts to pan. Cook 4 minutes or until beginning to brown. Stir in butter; cook 4 minutes or until caramelized and crisp-tender. Add shallot, ginger, and garlic to pan; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add lime juice mixture to pan; cook 3 minutes or until syrupy. Stir in green onions and cilantro. Serve immediately.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey.
Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...
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