Fried Alligator Tail
2 lb Alligator* tail meat
1 c Flour
1 ts Paprika
2 Eggs beaten
Juice of lemon 1/2 ts Garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 c Lard or
butter
Cut tail into strips lengthwise, 4 x 2 inches wide. Sprinkle with lemon
juice. Mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Blot the alligator
pieces, and dip into flour, then into beaten eggs. Let eggs drip off and dip
into flour again. Heat lard or butter in a large skillet and saute the alligator
pieces quickly. Do not overcook or they will be tough. Serve immediately.
Variation: Follow the above recipe and cook the alligator tail as directed. As
soon as the meat is browned add 2 cups water and 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice to
the skillet Cover and simmer for 2-3 hours or until very tender
Fried Alligator
Alligator meat
Cayenne pepper
Oil
Vinegar
Flour
Corn meal
Salt & pepper to taste
Tenderloin fresh alligator tail, cutting pieces not to exceed 2"X
1" thick. Place in shallow dish. Pour on small amount of vinegar and add
salt and pepper and cayenne to taste. Let stand for approximately 30 minutes.
While gator soaks, pour into dusting bag or other container 4 parts corn meal to
1 part flour. Put about 1" oil in skillet and heat to 400 degrees F. Roll
or shake alligator strips in dusting mixture, then place in hot oil and fry
until golden. Use only enough pieces to cover the bottom of the skillet. Serve
hot
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