If you're looking for a tasty new dish, look no further. This alligator meatball recipe will be the star (and talk) of your next dinner party.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
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Alligator Meatballs
Fried Soft-Shelled Cicadas
Feeling adventurous? Try these battered and fried fresh cicadas for a crunchy snack. While you can catch them yourselves when in season, it's easier to buy them at an Asian...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Spicy Souse Meat
Made with black pepper, red pepper flakes, onion powder, pigs feet, onion, ) beer, vinegar, garlic, hot sauce, salt
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Louisiana Sweet and Sour Alligator
Sweet and sour style, stirred up with saucy pineapple and bell peppers, this gator tail could almost be mistaken for take-out.
Method: stovetop, deep fryer
Time: under 30 minutes
Modongo
Modongo is a traditional Latin American dish that highlights the rich flavors of pork tripe combined with a colorful array of vegetables.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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Texas Armadillo
Ready to cook something that's sure to be a conversation starter? This Texas Armadillo recipe brings a fun twist to dinner that your friends won't stop talking about.
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Deep-Fried Pig's Feet
Made with black peppercorns, olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, salt, thyme, rosemary
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Armadillo Chili
Made with chili powder, armadillo meat, olive oil, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, celery salt, seasoned salt, jalapeno pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Baked Possum
Made with whiskey, celery, sweet potatoes, possum, beer, Tabasco sauce, salt, onions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Slow Cooker Lemon-Herb Alligator Stew
Made with alligator, leek, garlic, tarragon, lemon peel, dried thyme, white pepper, dried sage, all-purpose flour, white wine
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Alligator Jambalaya
Made with garlic, parsley, celery, fresh parsley, tomatoes, chicken stock, green onion, hot sauce, oregano, Cajun spices
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pigs Feet In Tomato Sauce
Made with tomato puree, paprika, pigs' feet, onions, garlic, green bell pepper, bay leaves, vinegar, red peppers, celery
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Texas Mountain Calf-Fries
Made with cornmeal, eggs, oil or shortening, calf fries or bull oysters, salt, black pepper, beer
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Barbecue Raccoon
Made with barbecue sauce, water, bell pepper, raccoon, sweet potatoes, onion, carrots, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Tripe Creole
Made with salt and pepper, Creole seasoning, green bell pepper, fresh tripe, butter or margarine, onions, garlic, ham, tomatoes
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Squirrel Mulligan
Made with rice, hot sauce, squirrels, onions, green bell pepper, potatoes, celery, chili powder, salt and pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Alligator Grand Chenier
Made with onions, bell pepper, celery, salt, cayenne pepper, black pepper, garlic powder, water, chicken bouillon cubes, parsley
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Deep-Fried Rattlesnake
Made with pepper, rattlesnake, flour, cracker crumbs, cornmeal, milk, egg, garlic powder, salt
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pickled Pig Feet
Made with cayenne pepper, split pig feet, pickle juice, brown sugar, cider vinegar, ground cloves, salt, black pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Crocodile Chile Curry (Kenya)
Made with onions, tomatoes, habanero chiles, garlic, fresh ginger, ground coriander, cumin, curry powder
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Chitterlings
Made with black pepper, salt, crushed and dried red peppers, chitterlings, onions, celery, garlic, potato
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Grilled Cajun Style Gator Tail
Made with thyme, alligator tail, lemon, paprika, garlic powder, salt, white pepper, oregano, black pepper
Method: oven, outdoor grill
Time: 30-60 minutes
Alligator Etouffee
Made with salt, pepper and cayenne, tomatoes, celery, alligator meat, butter, green onions, parsley, garlic
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Asian Cicadas
Made with lettuce, egg, cornstarch, sugar, soft shell cicadas, peanuts, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, fresh ginger, chili paste
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Philip's Pigtails And Cabbage
Made with pigs' tails, salt, cabbage, onions, bell pepper, garlic powder, red or black pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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