Simple Turtle Soup

Cook: 90 min Cuisine: American

A hearty, savory turtle soup with rich beef flavors, tangy lemon, and aromatic spices, perfect for comforting family meals or special gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. ground beef
  • 2 qt. water
  • 1 beef bouillon cube
  • 3 medium onions, finely chopped
  • 1/2 lemon, sliced
  • 1 Tbsp. mixed pickling spices
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 (20 oz.) bottle catsup
  • 4 Tbsp. sugar
  • 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 7 Tbsp. flour

Instructions

  1. Put all ingredients in a large pot.
  2. Cook for 1 1/2 hours until flavors meld and beef is tender.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

421 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.9g 22% DV
Total Fat 10.7g 14% DV
Carbs 72.7g 26% DV
Fiber 2.4g 9% DV
Sugar 6.7g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10108.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 576.5mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 82.3mg 27% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 23.5mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 11.9mg 13% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 108mg 8% DV
Iron 4.8mg 27% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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