Interstitial Cystitis Friendly Paleo Sweet Potato Noodle Japchae
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4 servings
For the noodles
- 1 lb sweet potato noodles (spiralized from 2 medium sweet potatoes)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- ¼ tsp salt
For the sauce
- ⅓ cup coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
- ½ tsp black pepper
Ingredient noteBlack pepper can trigger interstitial cystitis symptoms in some people, but the small amount in this recipe (~1/8 tsp per serving) is likely tolerated by many. If you prefer to always avoid black pepper, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
For the beef
- ¾ lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
For the stir-fry
- 2 tbsp avocado oil, divided
- 4 scallions, white and green parts separated, thinly sliced
Ingredient noteInterstitial cystitis flags onions and the allium family as common bladder irritants, especially raw, but scallions are milder and are used cooked or in small amounts here, so they are likely tolerated by many with interstitial cystitis. If you prefer to always avoid scallions, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Ingredient noteFresh ginger is generally considered bladder-friendly, and the small amount in this recipe (~1/4 tsp per serving) is likely fine for many people with interstitial cystitis. If you prefer to always avoid fresh ginger, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
For serving
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Can be omittedsesame seeds
- 2 scallion greens, thinly sliced (optional)Ingredient note
Interstitial cystitis flags onions and the allium family as common bladder irritants, especially raw, but scallions are milder and are used cooked or in small amounts here, so they are likely tolerated by many with interstitial cystitis. If you prefer to always avoid scallions, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the 1/3 cup coconut aminos, 1 tbsp sesame oil, honey, arrowroot starch, and black pepper until the starch is fully dissolved. Set aside.
- 2
In a separate bowl, toss the sliced beef with 1 tbsp coconut aminos and 1 tsp sesame oil. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
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