Thai Red Curry with Vegetables - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 1/3 cups lite coconut milk
- 2/3 cup zucchini
- 6 oz snap peas
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 cup organic free range chicken broth
- 1/2 cup water chestnuts
- 1/2 cup masaman curry paste
- 1/2 large potato
- 1 1/2 tbsps peanut oil
- 1 1/2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1 cup cauliflower
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 medium green pepper
- 1 1/2 cups spinach
- 1 medium red pepper
- 1/2 large yellow pepper
- 1/4 lb carrots
Instructions
- Sauté garlic minced in peanut oil on medium heat, add curry paste.
- After sauteed, add in coconut milk, fish sauce, chicken broth, and heat to a boil stirring occasionally.
- Add in remaining vegetables and simmer on low heat until the potatoes are soft, approximately 20 minutes. If not using potatoes, judge on carrots or broccoli.
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 Thai Red Curry with Vegetables contribute to your health goals:
- Fish: Supports anti-inflammatory pathways important for PCOS management
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Spinach: Magnesium may help improve insulin sensitivity in women with PCOS
- Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
- Cauliflower: Contains compounds that help balance estrogen levels
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. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. 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 Thai Red Curry with Vegetables 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.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Spinach, Nuts.
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 broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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