Insulin-Supporting PCOS Tallow-Seared Pork Chops - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 15 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This Insulin-Supporting PCOS Tallow-Seared Pork Chops is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 35g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

35g Protein

10g Carbs

30g Fat

Grocery list: pork chops, beef tallow, sea salt, black pepper, green beans, olive oil. This meal has a low Glycemic Index, which is beneficial for managing PCOS.

Ingredients

2 pork chops (about 6 oz or 170g each)
2 tablespoons of beef tallow (or 30g)
1 teaspoon of sea salt (or 5g)
1 teaspoon of black pepper (or 5g)
1 cup of green beans (or 150g)
1 tablespoon of olive oil (or 15g)

Instructions

Season the pork chops with salt and pepper.
Heat the beef tallow in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the pork chops and sear for about 5 minutes on each side.
In the meantime, steam the green beans until tender.
Drizzle the green beans with olive oil before serving with the pork chops.

This recipe is designed to support insulin regulation in individuals with PCOS. The pork chops provide a good source of protein, while the beef tallow adds healthy fats. The green beans are a low GI carbohydrate source, helping to maintain stable blood sugar levels. The olive oil drizzled over the green beans provides additional monounsaturated fats, which can help improve insulin sensitivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Insulin-Supporting PCOS Tallow-Seared Pork Chops good for PCOS?

Yes, this Insulin-Supporting PCOS Tallow-Seared Pork Chops recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 35g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Insulin-Supporting PCOS Tallow-Seared Pork Chops?

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 15 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, 35g protein (31%), 10g carbs, 30g fat. Plus 4g 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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