Spicy Szechuan Stir-Fry - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Szechuan peppercorns
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken, pounded thin and cut into 1-inch thick strips
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 2 tablespoons ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 cup onions, julienned
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup green peppers, julienned
- 1/4 cup red peppers, julienned
- 1/4 cup yellow peppers, julienned
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons thin soy sauce
- 1/4 cup dry sherry
- 1 tablespoon chile paste
- 1/4 cup scallions, cut thinly on the bias
Instructions
- Heat a small, dry saucepan. When the saucepan is hot, add the Szechuan peppercorns and, shaking the pan constantly, toast until the peppercorns are fragrant. Remove from the heat. Place the peppercorns in a spice grinder and grind. Season the chicken pieces with the peppercorns and salt and set aside. Heat a large wok over high heat. When the wok is hot, add the oil. Add the ginger, garlic and onions and stir fry for 1 minute. Add the chicken, broccoli, peppers, shiitake mushrooms, soy sauce, sherry and chile paste. Stir fry until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are cooked, but al dente, about 5 minutes. Add the scallions and stir fry for 1 more minute. T
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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