Spicy Udon and Clam Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound dried udon
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil
- 1 1/4 teaspoons Asian chili-garlic sauce, plus more for serving
- 1 teaspoon pure ancho chile powder
- Pinch of sugar
- 2 cups clam broth
- 2 cups water
- 24 littleneck clams, scrubbed
- 4 ounces baby spinach (4 cups)
- 2 scallions, thickly sliced
Instructions
- In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the udon until al dente, about 6 minutes. Drain, shaking out the excess water.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the garlic, sesame oil, 1 1/4 teaspoons chili sauce, chile powder, sugar and a pinch of salt. Add the clam broth and water and bring to a boil. Add the clams and cook until opened, about 5 minutes; transfer the clams to a bowl.
- Add the spinach, scallions and udon to the broth and cook until the spinach is wilted, 1 minute. Ladle the udon soup into 4 bowls and top with the clams. Pass extra chili sauce at the table.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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