Comments on: Creole Turtle Soup Recipe

By: Shelly Simmons

Shelly Simmons — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 20:43:48 +0000

To all those that think that turtles should not be eaten. I’ve never eaten turtle but intend on trying after a medium size snapper just bit our curious chocolate lab “Baron” in the nose. Thank goodness he’s fast and got away without losing his entire nose. My husband and neighbor killed it, cleaned it and are preparing the meat to cook. Thanks for the recipe.

June 22, 2008

By: gary wooley

gary wooley — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 16:16:12 +0000

this site was very helpful. i picked up a snapping turtle while leaving from work on friday, sitting in the parking lot waiting for me? i called a couple of my friends who know a lot more than i do about reptiles, and they helped me a lot. wow, i can’t believe they’re moving so much after the head is off. well even if i do like the turtle, i’ll probably never do one again, it’s a lot of prep and work. but at least i can say i did it myself. bon apetite!

By: Kevin Flanders

Kevin Flanders — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 17:23:43 +0000

Yes Sir! Turtle squirm for a long time. They keep trying to walk away during the cleaning process, long after the head has been removed.

By: Joe Dlouhy

Joe Dlouhy — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 03:43:32 +0000

I just caught a 30lb snapper out of mentor ohio. First we cut the haed off and hung the turtle to bleed for 12 hours and proceeded to remove the meat by using razor blades and a very sharp knife. This process takes some time however, well worth it in the end. I am excited to try your recipe and will let you know how it went.

By: Greg C.

Greg C. — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 21:03:37 +0000

Well I gotta tell ya…..In the words of Justin Wilson “Woooooo Boy, I Gaurantee”
That made some mighty fine soup….only next time I think I will use less marjoram and thyme….It was great, dont get me wrong, just a personal note
Hope everyone else that tries this recepe likes it as well. Thanks for posting it…..Greg Croley

By: Greg C.

Greg C. — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 17:02:15 +0000

I am in the process of using your recipe to make my first attempt at turtle soup. I had it once before and realy enjoyed it. I eat mostly wild game as a rule, but haven’t had the opportunity until now to make anything from turtle.
I will let you know how it turns out….
thank you for posting this recipe….Greg

By: Matt

Matt — Tue, 29 May 2007 14:56:40 +0000

Chris,

Softshell or snapping turtles are used for soup. They would rather take your finger or hand off in one bite than be your pet.

I do hope you are a child—otherwise your sentiments are a bit naive. My family has had chickens and cows as pets for years, and we still eat them…and chickens and cows are actually cuddly!

By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 20:42:51 +0000

Hi. What kind of turtles do you use for your turtle soup????? Inquiring minds like mine wanna know!!! I have 3 Red Eared Slider turtles for pets and I treat them like they are my kids. They’re cute. I just hope that RES turtle meat IS NOT being used!! I don’t think turtles should be eaten…..PERIOD!!!!!!

By: James McConnell

James McConnell — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 23:42:01 +0000

Nola;
My uncle was a great turtle trapper on the Wabash river and my aunt cooked up turtle soup once a year for all us inlaws

I have been told by a few people that turtle soup cures asthma. Any word on this???

My aunt and Uncle are long gone now. Where can I purchase turtle soup for my family?

By: Danno

Danno — Thu, 20 Oct 2005 17:50:31 +0000

It tastes wonderful as a Mock Turtle Soup as well Kalyn, just substitute a few types of meats for the Turtle. I would use Beef, Veal, and Pork.