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PCOS Chinese Paleo Recipes: Dinner - Shrimp Stir-Fry with Vegetables - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Chinese Paleo Recipes: Dinner - Shrimp Stir-Fry with Vegetables
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Chinese Paleo Recipes: Dinner - Shrimp Stir-Fry with Vegetables is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 300 calories, 25g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

300 Calories
25g Protein
20g Carbs
10g Fat
This recipe includes shrimp, broccoli, bell pepper, garlic, olive oil, soy sauce, ginger, salt and pepper. The Glycemic Index (GI) for these ingredients is low, making it a great option for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 200g shrimp
  • 1 cup broccoli
  • 1 bell pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a pan.
  2. Add the garlic and ginger, stir until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp and cook until pink.
  4. Add the vegetables and soy sauce, stir until vegetables are tender.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve hot.
This shrimp stir-fry is a great source of protein and low GI carbohydrates. The shrimp provides omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for PCOS. The vegetables are high in fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The olive oil provides healthy fats, and the ginger and garlic add flavor without adding extra calories or sugar.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Chinese Paleo Recipes: Dinner - Shrimp Stir-Fry with Vegetables recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 300 calories per serving with 25g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 300 calories, 25g protein (33%), 20g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 5g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 300 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. 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 2 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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