Turtle Sauce Picante Recipe

Name: Turtle Sauce Picante
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 stick butter or oleo; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 medium bell pepper, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 bunch green onions, chopped; 2 stalks celery; 1 can Ro-Tel tomatoes; 1 large tomato paste; 2 cans water; 1 smoked sausage link (optional); 1 medium turtle, cut up; Accent; Creole seasoning; cayenne pepper; Worcestershire sauce; salt

Servings: persons

1 stick butter or oleo
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2 stalks celery
1 can Ro-Tel tomatoes
1 large tomato paste
2 cans water
1 smoked sausage link (optional)
1 medium turtle, cut up
Accent
Creole seasoning
cayenne pepper
Worcestershire sauce
salt

1
Melt butter in a large pot.
2
Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, celery and green onions.
3
Stir constantly until all seasoning is wilted, about 20 minutes.
4
Add Ro-Tel tomatoes, tomato paste and 2 cans of water.
5
Over low heat, let cook 40 minutes.
6
You can also add sausage.
7
Put all dry ingredients into tomato gravy.
8
Add the turtle and cover.
9
Do not stir again until ready to serve.
10
Let cook 1 1/2 hours on low heat.
11
Serves about 8 people.
12
Serve over rice.

334

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 stick butter or oleo, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 medium bell pepper, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Turtle Sauce Picante falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Turtle Sauce Picante

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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