PCOS Chinese Recipes: Lunch - Shrimp Fried Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Chinese Recipes: Lunch - Shrimp Fried Rice
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 60 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This PCOS Chinese Recipes: Lunch - Shrimp Fried Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 20g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 75 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
20g Protein
45g Carbs
10g Fat
This recipe includes brown rice, a low GI carbohydrate, and shrimp, a lean source of protein. The mixed vegetables add fiber and a variety of vitamins and minerals. The grocery list includes: brown rice, shrimp, mixed vegetables, garlic, olive oil, eggs, low sodium soy sauce, and sesame oil.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of brown rice (200g)
  • 2 cups of water (480ml)
  • 1/2 lb of shrimp (225g)
  • 1 cup of mixed vegetables (150g)
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil (15ml)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup of low sodium soy sauce (60ml)
  • 1 teaspoon of sesame oil (5ml), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook for 45 minutes.
  3. While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add the shrimp and cook until pink. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add the mixed vegetables and cook until tender.
  6. Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and scramble the eggs on the other side.
  7. Add the cooked rice, shrimp, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the pan. Stir everything together and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve hot.
This PCOS-friendly shrimp fried rice is a delicious and healthy lunch option. Brown rice is a low GI carbohydrate that helps regulate blood sugar levels, which is crucial for managing PCOS. Shrimp is a lean source of protein that keeps you feeling full and satisfied. The mixed vegetables add fiber and a variety of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C and iron, which are important for hormone regulation and blood health. This recipe is quick and easy to make, providing a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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. Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. They are particularly high in choline, which is important for brain health. Eggs also contain antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health....

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Chinese Recipes: Lunch - Shrimp Fried Rice recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 20g 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 75 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 60 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 20g protein (23%), 45g 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 Lunch. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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