FRIED COOTER (SOFT-SHELL TURTLE)

Fried Cooter (Soft-Shell Turtle) image

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories Meat

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs turtle, cut into 2 to 4-inch pieces
1/2 cup vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
5 tablespoons milk
2 eggs, separated
2 teaspoons olive oil or 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
vegetable salt

Steps:

Combine turtle, vinegar, and 1 teaspoon salt; cover with water and simmer for 1 hour, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
Combine flour, milk, egg yolks, olive oil, and 1/8 teaspoon salt; mix well.
Beat egg whites until stiff; fold until batter.
Dip turtle pieces into batter; fry until golden brown in deep oil heated to 375°F Drain well on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.1, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 108.4, Sodium 699.3, Carbohydrate 13, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.2, Protein 5.4