Beef with Broccoli - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Beef with Broccoli
Servings: 4
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns
  • 1 pound beef sirloin, sliced to 1/2-inch-thick strips
  • 4 ounce tender baby broccoli florets, blanched (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon Shaohsing rice wine or dry sherry
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons light soy
  • 1 teaspoon dark soy
  • 1/4 cup hot vegetable stock
  • 1 heaping tablespoon cornstarch, blended with 2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

  1. Heat a wok over high heat and add the oil. When the oil begins to smoke, add the garlic and Sichuan peppercorns and stir-fry quickly for a few seconds.
  2. Add the beef and let it settle for a moment. As it starts to turn brown, after a minute or so, add the broccoli florets and the rice wine. Stir-fry for a few seconds.
  3. Season the beef and broccoli with the honey, light soy and dark soy.
  4. Add in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Stir in the cornstarch and water mixture and cook to thicken, about 1 minute. Serve immediately.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Honey.

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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