Turtle Soup
A hearty and flavorful turtle soup with rich meat, aromatic herbs, and a touch of sherry, perfect for those seeking a traditional and comforting dish.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Boil the turtle meat until tender and save the liquid for the soup.
- In a large pot, heat lard or oil and butter.
- Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- Stir in flour and cook briefly to form a roux.
- Add chopped tomatoes, garlic, thyme, parsley, bay leaf, and allspice.
- Pour in the reserved turtle meat liquid and water.
- Add the turtle meat and ham, then simmer until flavors meld.
- Season with salt, cayenne pepper, and sherry wine to taste.
- Add the hard-boiled eggs and slices of lemon just before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
1157
kcal
58% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % 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).