This Crab Cake Sandwich is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Instructions
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For the pickled red cabbage: Put the red cabbage in a plastic container and set aside. Meanwhile, in a small nonreactive saucepan, combine the rice vinegar, white vinegar, sugar, red chile flakes, garlic and 5 ounces water. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Pour the mixture over the cabbage, cover with a lid and refrigerate for 24 hours. After 24 hours, drain the cabbage and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For the sriracha mayonnaise: In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili sauce and lemon juice and stir to fully incorporate. Refrigerate until ready to use. For the crab cakes: Heat a flat griddle pan over medium-high heat. In a large bowl, combine both kinds of crabmeat with the breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, dill, tarragon and a pinch of salt and pepper until well incorporated. Shape the mixture into 4 equal patties. Grill the patties on the hot griddle pan until golden brown and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. For the sandwich assembly: Butter both halves of each brioche bun and place on the griddle pan. Toast until the buns are golden brown, about 1 minute. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the sriracha mayonnaise on both halves of each brioche bun. Add a handful of arugula on the bottom halves and top with a crab cake. Top each crab cake with a handful of pickled red cabbage, followed by 2 tablespoons green onions. Serve immediately.
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NotesThis recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant or culinary professional and may have been scaled down from a bulk recipe. The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use and therefore cannot make any representation as to the results.
Why this Crab Cake Sandwich works for PCOS
Desserts on a PCOS plan are not banned, but timing and pairing matter. Eating sweet foods immediately after a balanced meal (rather than on an empty stomach) blunts the blood sugar response, since protein and fat slow gastric emptying. This Crab Cake Sandwich works best as an occasional post-dinner option rather than a standalone snack.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Crab Cake Sandwich recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. 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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