29 Asian-Inspired Recipes for People with Diabetes

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29 Asian-Inspired Recipes for People with Diabetes1/29 Thai Curry Soup 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1-2/3 cups: 289 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 772mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat. My go-to Thai restaurant inspired this curry soup. Shiitake mushrooms are my favorite, but any fresh mushroom will work. Fresh basil and lime add a burst of bright flavors. —Tre Balchowsky, Sausalito, California

Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat

Nutrition Facts: 1-2/3 cups: 289 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 772mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat. 2/29 Orange Beef Lettuce Wraps 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1 wrap: 250 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 462mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat. This is a lighter version of a restaurant favorite. I also

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat

recommend trying these wraps with ground chicken or turkey.—Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 250 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 462mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat. 3/29 Sesame Turkey Stir-Fry 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup stir-fry with 1/2 cup rice: 269 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 349mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3

lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat

lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat. I really like the rich taste of sesame oil in this Thai-inspired dish. If you don’t have it, canola oil does the trick, too. To get a similar nuttiness, toss in a handful sliced almonds before serving. —Kelli Whiting, Fortville, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup stir-fry with 1/2 cup rice: 269 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 349mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat. 4/29 Baked Pot Stickers with Dipping Sauce 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch

Time 45 min Servings 4 dozen (3/4 cup sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1 pot sticker with 3/4 teaspoon sauce: 52 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 101mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch. Twisting these wonton wrappers like little candies makes them fuss-free, and the dipping sauce is packed with sweet heat. —Taylor Marsh, Algona, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 pot sticker with 3/4 teaspoon sauce: 52 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 101mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic

Exchanges: 1/2 starch

Exchanges: 1/2 starch. 5/29 Asian Chicken Salad 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Diana Chistruga for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love their crunchy, citrusy salad so much that once I made my husband drive an hour to the nearest Applebee’s restaurant just so I could eat it! It was time to come up with my own version. I’m completely happy with the results—and my husband is, too! Find more of my recipes at my blog, mandysrecipeboxblog.com. —Mandy Bird, Holbrook, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 419 calories, 25g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable

fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 602mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 7g fiber), 12g protein. 6/29 Bok Choy Toss Test Kitchen Approved Bok Choy Toss Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup: 47 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable. Chop some fresh veggies, add a gingery bottled dressing and savor this unique bok choy salad that’s big on flavor and crunch. How cool is that? —Andrew

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable

McDowell, Lake Villa, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 47 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable. 7/29 Mushroom Pepper Steak 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1-1/4 cups beef mixture: 241 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 841mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 fat. Bell peppers, mushrooms and ginger provide the bulk of

the flavor in this stir-fry that’s not too saucy

the flavor in this stir-fry that’s not too saucy. Hot rice makes it even better. —Billie Moss, Walnut Creek, California Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups beef mixture: 241 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 841mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 fat. 8/29 Vegetable Samosas 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings about 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1 appetizer: 79 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 136mg sodium,

13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein

13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch. My family enjoys the wonderful Indian flavors in a traditional samosa. Baked instead of fried, this version has fewer calories but keeps all the classic tastes and textures we love. —Amy Siegel, Clifton, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1 samosa: 79 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch. 9/29 Honey Chicken Stir-Fry 76 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 starch

Nutrition Facts 1 cup stir-fry: 249 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 455mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 starch. I’m a new mom, and my schedule is very dependent upon our young son, so I like meals that can be ready in as little time as possible. This all-in-one chicken stir fry recipe with a hint of sweetness from honey is a big time-saver. —Caroline Sperry, Allentown, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup stir-fry: 249 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 455mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate

(15g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein

(15g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 10/29 Thai Chicken & Slaw 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Thai Chicken & Slaw Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 3 ounces cooked chicken with 2/3 cup slaw: 326 calories, 18g fat (3g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 171mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch. This recipe is foolproof and well worth the prep

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch

time. Kids love the sweetness of the honey, and I serve the slaw on the side so my vegetarian friends can enjoy it, too.—Karen Norris, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces cooked chicken with 2/3 cup slaw: 326 calories, 18g fat (3g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 171mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 11/29 Sesame Beef & Asparagus Salad 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat

cup: 160 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 350mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. Cooking is one of my favorite hobbies—especially when it comes to experimenting with fresh ingredients like these. This meaty salad is wonderful at the start of asparagus season. —Tamara Steeb, Issaquah, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 160 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 350mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 12/29 Shrimp ‘n’ Noodle Bowls 11 Reviews

Diabetic exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable

Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1-1/3 cups: 260 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 147mg cholesterol, 523mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable. Here’s a quick meal that feels as if it came from a restaurant. Cooked shrimp, bagged slaw and bottled dressing reduce the time needed to get it on the table. —Mary Bergfeld, Eugene, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 260 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 147mg

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