PCOS Asian Recipes: Dinner - Thai Red Curry with Tofu - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Asian Recipes: Dinner - Thai Red Curry with Tofu
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Asian Recipes: Dinner - Thai Red Curry with Tofu is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
18g Protein
30g Carbs
15g Fat
Grocery list: tofu, mixed vegetables, red curry paste, light coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, vegetable oil, brown rice. The Glycemic Index (GI) of brown rice is 50, which is considered low.

Ingredients

  • 1 block of tofu (14 oz/400g)
  • 2 cups of mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, peas) (480g)
  • 2 tablespoons of red curry paste (30g)
  • 1 can of light coconut milk (13.5 fl oz/400ml)
  • 1 tablespoon of soy sauce (15ml)
  • 1 tablespoon of brown sugar (15g)
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil (15ml)
  • 1 cup of cooked brown rice (195g)

Instructions

  1. Press tofu to remove excess water and cut into cubes.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and fry tofu until golden.
  3. Add vegetables and stir-fry for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in red curry paste, then add coconut milk, soy sauce, and sugar.
  5. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Serve over brown rice.
This Thai Red Curry with Tofu is a PCOS-friendly meal that is high in protein and fiber, helping to regulate blood sugar levels. The tofu provides a good source of plant-based protein, while the vegetables add fiber and vitamins. The brown rice has a low GI, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. The curry paste and coconut milk add flavor without adding unhealthy fats or sugars.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Brown Rice.

Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Asian Recipes: Dinner - Thai Red Curry with Tofu recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 18g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 18g protein (21%), 30g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 7g 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 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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