Snapper Turtle Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Turtle Meat

   Clean and cut the snapper turtle meat into bite-sized pieces. Rinse under cold water and set aside.

2. 2

   Sauté Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft.

3. 3

   Add Garlic and Tomatoes

   Stir in the minced garlic and diced tomatoes. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to break down.

4. 4

   Combine Ingredients

   Add the turtle meat to the pot, followed by the chicken broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

5. 5

   Season the Soup

   Add bay leaves, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

6. 6

   Simmer the Soup

   Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the turtle meat is tender.

7. 7

   Finish with Lemon and Parsley

   Once the meat is tender, stir in the lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley. Remove bay leaves before serving.

8. 8

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot, optionally garnished with additional parsley.