hCG Spicy Shrimp and Tomato Soup

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For those wintery days either at lunch or for dinner – a hearty soup to warm you up.

Spicy Shrimp and Tomato Soup HCG Phase 2 Shrimp Recipe

Ingredients

100 g Shrimp, weighed raw

1 cup Tomatoes, chopped

1/4 cup Water

1-2 Cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 pinch Cumin

1 pinch Oregano

1 pinch Cayenne pepper, to taste

1 tbsp Green onions for garnish, optional

1 squeeze of lemon, optional

Salt & pepper to taste

Directions

1Combine all ingredients in a small sauce pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 7-10 minutes, adding water as needed. Add shrimp and cook an additional 4-7 minutes on low heat until shrimp is cooked (Do not overcook). Garnish with green onions if desired and serve.

2For a smoother tomato soup, you can puree or pulse the tomatoes and spices in a blender before adding the shrimp.

hCG Asparagus Soup

by In Soup

Ingredients:

  • 4-5 stalks asparagus
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth (or substitute 1 cup water for 1 cup broth)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon milk (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Old Bay seasoning

Directions:

  • Steam asparagus until soft.
  • blend asparagus with broth and spices in a blender.
  • Heat soup in a saucepan and serve.
  • Add 100 grams diced chicken if desired
  • Makes 1 serving