Phase 2 of the hCG diet plan can be difficult without proper planning. But with the help of our in-house hCG recipe team, we’re offering up tasty ways to stay on track with the hCG program, helping you to lose 15, 20, or even 25 pounds in a single month.

In this edition of our hCG Phase 2 recipe series, we’re serving up a tasty summer classic that the whole family is going to want, not just those who are on hCG.

Q: What is the hCG Meal Plan?

The hCG meal plan is designed to accompany a round of HCG Buy Direct hCG drops. By combining hCG drops with the the hCG meal plan, it’s possible to significantly reduce your caloric intake without any of the discomfort of dieting.

Phase 2 of the hCG meal plan is considered to be the most difficult. But with advanced meal prep and the assistance of our hCG Diet Blog, you can find recipes that will have you forgetting that you’re on a diet at all.

HCG Phase 2 Recipe: Grilled Skirt Steak Skewers

Skirt steak is one of our very favorite cuts. It’s not the most tender meat that is on the market, and nor is it the most expensive. But because skirt steak is slightly fattier than similar cuts like flank steak, it is a bit more forgiving when thrown on the grill.

This recipe involves slicing a raw skirt steak into strips, marinating it, then putting it on a skewer and grilling it. It’s the kind of dish that will not only keep you from breaking your diet plan, but the mere smell of it will have the neighbors come knocking.

Ingredients:

• Skirt steak
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 tsp red chili flakes
• Slice or fresh ginger (or pinch of dried ginger)
• Salt & pepper

Preparation:

Prepare the marinade by combining the soy sauce, vinegar, chili flakes, and ginger in a bowl. Whisk together and set aside. (Note: Most recipes will ask for some olive oil in the marinade as well, but the extra calories would make it a dealbreaker for hCG Phase 2.)

Next, use a sharp serrated knife to slice the skirt steak into strips that are about 1” thick. Place the strips in the marinade. If necessary, set a plate or bowl on top of the steak to make sure that it is entirely submerged.

Be sure to marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes, but 2 hours will provide more flavor. Anything more than that and you’re not gaining any more flavor. Be sure to soak your wooden skewers as well so they don’t burn on the grill.

After marinating, remove the strips and place them onto the skewers, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Cooking:

A hot charcoal grill will provide the best flavor for skirt steak. But you can cook these over propane as well. Just remember that your 1” strips will cook very quickly. Searing them on high for 2-3 minutes should get the job done.

Garnish with some extra red pepper flakes if you don’t mind the extra heat!

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