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Sea turtle curry

A traditional curry made with sea turtle meat, once very popular at Creole celebrations. The slightly gelatinous flesh soaks up the spices well and is served with white rice.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Cut the turtle meat into pieces and season with salt, pepper and turmeric.
  2. Heat the oil in a casserole dish and sear the meat until well browned.
  3. Add the sliced onions and garlic and let them cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the curry paste and chopped tomatoes, then cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the water, add the combava leaf and simmer covered for 1 hour 30 minutes over low heat.
  6. Peel the potatoes, cut them into large cubes and add them to the pot.
  7. Continue cooking for 25 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  8. Adjust the seasoning and serve hot with white rice.

Variations and tips

Using what's available here. Sea turtle is protected and not sold; replace it with chicken or goat.

More ideas

Original Ecomely recipe.