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Dinner: Vietnamese Pho
This Vietnamese Pho is a comforting and nourishing soup made with beef, rice noodles, and a flavorful broth. The ingredients you'll need are: beef bones, water, onion, garlic, ginger, star anise, cinnamon stick, rice noodles, beef sirloin, scallions, cilantro, lime, bean sprouts, chili peppers, and fish sauce. The Glycemic Index (GI) of rice noodles is low, which is beneficial for PCOS.
This Vietnamese Pho is not only delicious but also beneficial for PCOS. The low GI of rice noodles helps to regulate blood sugar levels, while beef provides protein for muscle repair and growth. The spices, such as ginger and cinnamon, have anti-inflammatory properties. The soup is also rich in vitamins and minerals, including calcium, iron, and vitamins A and C, which are important for overall health. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, offering a comforting and nourishing meal that supports your health and well-being.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 120 mins
Total Time: 135 mins
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1 lb (450g) beef bones, 4 cups (1L) water, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 piece ginger, 2 star anise, 1 cinnamon stick, 4 oz (113g) rice noodles, 1/2 lb (225g) beef sirloin, 2 scallions, 1 handful cilantro, 1 lime, 1 handful bean sprouts, 2 chili peppers, 2 tbsp fish sauce, salt to taste
Instructions
1. Rinse the beef bones and place in a large pot with water. Bring to a boil. 2. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Simmer for 2 hours. 3. Strain the broth and return to the pot. 4. Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. 5. Slice the beef sirloin thinly. 6. Divide the noodles and beef between two bowls. 7. Pour the hot broth over the noodles and beef. 8. Top with scallions, cilantro, lime juice, bean sprouts, chili peppers, and fish sauce. Season with salt.
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Serving Size: 2
| Amount Per ONE Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 350 kcal | ||
| Fat 6 g | ||
| Carbohydrate 46 g | ||
| Protein 28 g | ||
| Omega 3 0.50 g | ||
| Chromium 30.00 mg | ||
| Zinc 5.00 mg | ||
| Magnesium 50.00 mg | ||
| B Vitamins 1.00 mg | ||
| Iron 4 mg | ||
| Calcium 60 mg | ||
| Cholesterol 50 mg | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat 2 g | ||
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g | ||
| Saturated Fat 2 g | ||
| Sodium 1000 mg | ||
| Sugar 3 g | ||
| Potassium 500 mg | ||
| Vitamin A 500 mcg | ||
| Vitamin C 20 mg | ||
| Fiber 2 g | ||
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