Alligator Stew Recipe

Name: Alligator Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds alligator meat tenderloin tail meat, well trimmed and cubed; 1 each milk enough to cover meat in pot; water salted, enough to cover meat in pot, cold; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 20 ounces chicken broth canned; 1 each onions large, chopped; 5 each garlic cloves chopped; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper ground; 1 teaspoon cumin ground; 1 teaspoon oregano rubbed; 7 ounces green chili peppers diced; 1 each tomatoes larege, ripe, peeled; 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning optional

Servings: persons

3 pounds alligator meat tenderloin tail meat, well trimmed and cubed
1 each milk enough to cover meat in pot
water salted, enough to cover meat in pot, cold
1 tablespoon olive oil
20 ounces chicken broth canned
1 each onions large, chopped
5 each garlic cloves chopped
1/2 teaspoon white pepper ground
1 teaspoon cumin ground
1 teaspoon oregano rubbed
7 ounces green chili peppers diced
1 each tomatoes larege, ripe, peeled
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning optional

1
Trim and cut the alligator into 1 inch cubes.
2
Place in a large pot and cover with the salted water for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
3
Remove and drain well.
4
Put it back in the empty pot and cover with the milk.
5
Let it stand for another 1 to 1/2 hours.
6
Remove and drain well.
7
In a large pot over high heat saute the alligator in the olive oil until all the liquid is gone and the meat is starting to brown lightly.
8
Remove from the heat and pour off any excess oil.
9
Add the onions and saute until just crispy tender.
10
Add all the remaining ingredients except the cornstarch, reduce the heat and simmer covered until the meat is very tender but not falling apart.
11
About 1 to 2 hours.
12
The liquid should cook down by about 13.
13
Mix the corn starch with a little water or chicken broth and thicken the sauce if you wish.
14
I don't like it too thick.

507

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds alligator meat tenderloin tail meat, well trimmed and cubed, 1 each milk enough to cover meat in pot, water salted, enough to cover meat in pot, cold, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Alligator Stew falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Alligator Stew

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