This Pasta with 15-Minute Garlic, Oil, and Anchovy Sauce is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook spaghettini in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain, reserving 3 Tbsp. pasta cooking liquid.
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Meanwhile, cook anchovies, garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 cup oil, and a pinch of salt in a large skillet over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until anchovies dissolve and garlic is tender, 6 –7 minutes (do not brown). Stir in parsley, then remove from heat.
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While anchovy sauce is cooking, heat remaining 3 Tbsp. oil in a small skillet over medium. Add panko and cook, stirring often, until golden, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to paper towels to cool.
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Return pasta to pot. Stir in reserved pasta cooking liquid, then anchovy sauce and half of the panko mixture. Cook over medium, stirring constantly, until heated through, 1 –2 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with Parmesan and remaining panko mixture.
Why this Pasta with 15-Minute Garlic, Oil, and Anchovy Sauce works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Pasta with 15-Minute Garlic, Oil, and Anchovy Sauce that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Pasta with 15-Minute Garlic, Oil, and Anchovy Sauce recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 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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