Soups and Chili
HCG Diet French Onion Soup Recipe
This HCG Diet French Onion Soup provides a rich, comforting experience while strictly adhering to Phase 2 guidelines. By slowly deglazing the onions with beef broth instead of oil, you achieve a deep caramel color and complex flavor that satisfies savory cravings.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 45 min
- Serves
- 2
- Level
- Easy
- Per serving
- 95 kcal
Method
Place a high-quality non-stick pot over medium-low heat.
Add the sliced onions to the dry pot. Do not add oil or butter. Constantly stir the onions, adding 1-2 tablespoons of beef broth or water every few minutes whenever the onions begin to stick to the bottom. This process replaces the traditional sautéing and helps the onions brown through deglazing.
Continue cooking the onions for 25-30 minutes until they are soft and deep mahogany brown.
Add the minced garlic and dried thyme, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the remaining beef broth, apple cider vinegar, and the single drop of stevia (this helps mimic the natural sweetness of caramelized onions).
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.
Notes
Patience is key when browning onions without oil; use small amounts of liquid to lift the brown bits (fond) from the pot.
Ensure your beef broth is truly fat-free and contains no added sugars or starches to remain HCG compliant.
For a deeper flavor, you can add a half-teaspoon of Braggs Liquid Aminos.
If you want a thicker consistency, let the soup simmer longer to reduce the liquid.
