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PCOS Vegan Korean Recipes: Dinner - Vegan Korean Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Vegan Korean Recipes: Dinner - Vegan Korean Chicken
Prep: 50 min
Cook: 10 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Vegan Korean Recipes: Dinner - Vegan Korean Chicken is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 20g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 60 minutes. High in fiber (8g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
20g Protein
45g Carbs
10g Fat
This recipe includes soy curls, low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, gochujang, maple syrup, brown rice, and broccoli. The Glycemic Index (GI) for brown rice is 68, which is medium. This meal is rich in protein and fiber, which can help manage PCOS symptoms.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of soy curls (US) or 150 grams (Metric)
  • 1 cup of low-sodium soy sauce (US) or 240 ml (Metric)
  • 1 tablespoon of sesame oil (US) or 15 ml (Metric)
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of ginger, minced (US) or 15 grams (Metric)
  • 1 tablespoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste) (US) or 15 grams (Metric)
  • 1 tablespoon of maple syrup (US) or 15 ml (Metric)
  • 2 cups of cooked brown rice (US) or 370 grams (Metric)
  • 1 cup of broccoli, steamed (US) or 150 grams (Metric)

Instructions

  1. Soak the soy curls in warm water for 10 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, gochujang, and maple syrup.
  3. Drain the soy curls and mix them into the sauce.
  4. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
  5. Cook the marinated soy curls in a pan over medium heat for 10 minutes.
  6. Serve the vegan Korean chicken over brown rice and steamed broccoli.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is a vegan twist on a Korean classic. It's packed with protein from soy curls and fiber from brown rice and broccoli. These nutrients are essential for managing PCOS symptoms as they help regulate blood sugar levels and promote satiety. The meal is also rich in vitamins A and C, iron, and calcium, which support overall health. The Glycemic Index (GI) of brown rice is medium, making it a good choice for those with PCOS. Enjoy this delicious, easy-to-make dinner that supports your health and empowers you to take control of your PCOS.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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. 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 br...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Vegan Korean Recipes: Dinner - Vegan Korean Chicken 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 8g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 60 minutes total. Prep time is 50 minutes and cook time is 10 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 8g 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.

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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