Crispy Fried Snapping Turtle Recipe - Southern Style

Ingredients

  • turtle meat, cut into serving size pieces
  • 2 cups flour
  • 3 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • vegetable oil

Instructions

Mix the flour, pepper, garlic powder and salt together in a container with a lid.

Pour 1/4" of oil into a skillet that has lid. Heat over medium-low heat.

Shake a couple of pieces of the turtle at a time in the flour.

Place in the hot oil.

Once all the meat is in, cover.

Brown on all sides then let cook until done turning occasionally and a little crisp on the outside.

Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy.

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