How Do You Butcher A Soft Shell Turtle?
Turtles are considered a delicacy in many cultures, and their meat is a versatile addition to any diet. Soft shelled turtles are a top choice among turtle meat aficionados because they are easy to trap and taste great. Chop off the turtle’s head. Hold the shell of the animal with one hand and press down at the base of the neck with your knife to remove the head from the body. Even after the head is removed from the body, neurons will continue to fire, so continue to exercise caution with both the body and head of the turtle as they will both continue to move for hours after death. Dip the entire carcass, shell and all, into boiling water. Submerge the turtle carcass for a minimum of five minutes in the boiling water before removing. Now you can easily scrape off the top layer of skin from the animal when the time comes. Turn the turtle carcass onto its back, and insert the point of the blade in the groove between the top and the bottom shell, between the turtle’s legs–this is the weak