Southern Homestyle BBQ ribs - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Tomato is rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant.
This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. fresh pork ribs
- 1.5 oz tomato puree
- ¼ cup water
- 1/8 cup vinegar
- 2 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Dry Mustard
- 1 Tbsp Chili Powder
- 2 Tbsp Splenda
Instructions
- Coat frying pan with calorie-free cooking spray.
- Put pan on high heat and add the ribs.
- Turn ribs in pan until both sides are browned.
- Spray the bottom and sides of your slow cooker with the calorie-free cooking spray.
- Remove ribs from the pan and place in slow cooker.
- Mix remaining ingredients in a bowl until a smooth consistency is formed.
- Pour the mixture over the ribs, trying to get them as coated as possible.
- Turn a few times to ensure even coating.
- Turn the slow cooker to low and set a timer for 8 hours.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Southern Homestyle BBQ ribs contribute to your health goals:
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress elevated in PCOS
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Southern Homestyle BBQ ribs can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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