PCOS Mexican Keto Recipes: Dinner - Keto Carnitas - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 480 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Mexican Keto Recipes: Dinner - Keto Carnitas is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 30g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 495 minutes. High in fiber (2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

30g Protein

10g Carbs

35g Fat

Grocery list: pork shoulder, onion, garlic, chicken broth, oregano, cumin, olive oil, lime, orange. This recipe has a low GI, making it perfect for PCOS.

Ingredients

1 lb pork shoulder (450g)
1/2 onion
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup chicken broth (120ml)
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp cumin, salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 lime
1/2 orange

Instructions

Cut the pork into chunks.
Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin.
Heat oil in a pan and sear the pork on all sides.
Transfer the pork to a slow cooker.
Add the onion, garlic, and chicken broth.
Cook on low for 8 hours.
Shred the pork and serve with lime and orange slices.

This Keto Carnitas recipe is a perfect PCOS-friendly dinner option. It's low in carbs and high in protein and healthy fats, which can help manage insulin levels and support hormonal balance. The fiber content can also aid in digestion. Enjoy this delicious and satisfying meal that brings variety to your diet and empowers you to take control of your PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Mexican Keto Recipes: Dinner - Keto Carnitas good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Mexican Keto Recipes: Dinner - Keto Carnitas recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 30g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Mexican Keto Recipes: Dinner - Keto Carnitas?

This recipe takes about 495 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 480 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 450 calories, 30g protein (27%), 10g carbs, 35g fat. Plus 2g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 450 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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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