PCOS Asian Paleo Recipes: Dinner - Asian Lettuce Wraps - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
25g
Protein
15g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Grocery list: Ground chicken, onion, garlic, olive oil, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, Sriracha, water chestnuts, green onions, lettuce. GI: Low GI due to high protein and fiber content.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) ground chicken
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
- 1/4 cup (60ml) hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) Sriracha
- 1 (8oz/225g) can water chestnuts (drained and diced)
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced), Salt to taste, Pepper to taste
- 1 head lettuce
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium high heat.
- Add ground chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in onion, garlic, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger and Sriracha until onions have become translucent.
- Stir in chestnuts and green onions until tender.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- To serve, spoon several tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the center of a lettuce leaf.
This recipe is packed with protein and fiber, which are essential for managing PCOS. The low GI ingredients help regulate blood sugar levels. The recipe is also rich in essential vitamins and minerals like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and potassium. The inclusion of olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, and the ground chicken is a great source of lean protein. This meal is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a fast, healthy dinner.
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