You not only have to watch the carbs along with the sugar, you need to find out what effecdts the readings. I am type 2 and while I can eat a baked potato I cannot eat rice without soaring on the moniter. Most people can eat about anything they want in moderation.
I do know the green veggies are the best for all of us and you can stir fry with them. I do make my own soups and stews. Use a lot of chicken so that protein will be good. I do not fry a lot. Also remember that eating something 6 times a day is great for diabetics. I do not much use recipes so cannot help there.