Orange Roughy in Scallion and Ginger Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tsps sesame oil
- 1 tsp garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 oz green onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
- 2 1/2 oz sherry
- 1 lb orange roughy fillets
- 3 tbsps soy sauce
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 400 °F (200 °C).
- Mix sherry or vermouth, soy sauce, sesame oil, onion, ginger and garlic in small bowl.
- Place fish fillets in ovenproof casserole dish.
- Drizzle marinade over fish and bake for 12 minutes or until the fish flakes easily.
- Cod, sole, or flounder can be used instead or orange roughy.
- Note: based on recipe from the South Beach Cookbook.
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 Orange Roughy in Scallion and Ginger Sauce contribute to your health goals:
- Ginger: May help reduce menstrual pain and inflammation in PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
- Sesame: Provide calcium, iron, and zinc beneficial for 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. This recipe excels in providing 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 Orange Roughy in Scallion and Ginger Sauce 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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