Directions:
- Put the turtle meat in a large saucepan with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne and the water.
- Bring to a boil.
- Skim off any foam that rises to the top.
- Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20 minutes.
- With a slotted spoon transfer the meat to a platter.
- Cut the meat into 1/2 inch dice and reserve the liquid.
- In another large sauce pan, combine the butter and flour over medium heat, stirring constantly for 6 to 8 minutes to make a dark roux.
- Add the onions, shallots, bell peppers and celery.
- Stir occasionally and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
- Add the bay leaves, thyme and garlic, cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes and the turtle meat.
- Cook for 5 to 6 minutes stirring occasionally.
- Add the Worcestershire sauce, the remaining salt and cayenne, the turtle stock (about 6 cups) lemon juice, and sherry.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the parsley, green onions, and eggs and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Garnish with green onions and chopped eggs.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 263.45 Kcal (1103 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 148.28 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 16.48g | 25% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 131.68mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1222.9mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 352.12mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbs | 19.01g | 6% | |
| Sugars | 4.88g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.37g | 9% | |
| Protein | 5.75g | 12% | |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 33% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.3mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.6mg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 104.6mg | 10% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 75.41 Kcal (316 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 42.44 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 4.72g | 25% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 37.69mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 350.04mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 100.79mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbs | 5.44g | 6% | |
| Sugars | 1.4g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.68g | 9% | |
| Protein | 1.65g | 12% | |
| Vitamin C | 5.7mg | 33% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.1mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 30mg | 10% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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