2 lb turtle, cut in 2-4 pieces
1/2 cup vinegar
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup flour, all-purpose
1/4 cup milk, plus
1 tbsp milk
2 eggs, separated
2 tsp olive oil, or veg. oil
1/8 tsp salt
1 vegetable oil
A Recipe for
Fried Cooter (Soft-Shell Turtle)
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Combine turtle, vinegar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cover with water;
simmer 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 into batter.
Dip turtle pieces into batter; fry unti golden brown in deep oil
heated to 375 degrees. Drain well on paper towels.
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Serves: 4
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