This meal is ideal when your body wants grounding, satisfying, hormone-supportive comfort food: aka luteal & early period days.This phase is when metabolism rises, cravings increase, and your body needs more grounding, satisfying meals.
Why this dish works so well:
🥟 Chicken Dumplings (protein + carbs)
Protein helps reduce PMS cravings and stabilize mood
Carbs support serotonin → calmer emotions + better sleep
🥥 Coconut Cream (healthy fats)
Supports hormone production
Keeps you fuller longer (important because calorie needs increase slightly in luteal phase)
🌶 Thai Red Curry + Chili Oil
Warming spices support circulation and digestion
Can help reduce bloating and sluggishness that show up pre-period
🧂 Soykai / salty umami element
Luteal phase often brings electrolyte shifts + salt cravings
Savory foods help satisfy cravings without needing sugar
Ingredients: I got everything from Trader Joe’s
I bag of chicken dumplings
1 can coconut cream
1/2 bottle Thai Style red Curry Sauce
Minced garlic (as desired)
1 tsp sesame oil
Crunch chili oil
Sesame seeds (garnish)
Preheat oven to 400
Mix all ingredients (except chili oil & sesame seeds) in glass container
Place dumplings on top
Cover with foil
Bake for 30-35 minutes
Serve with white rice
Top with chili oil & seeds