Grilled Cajun Style Gator Tail Recipe
(from an experienced louisiana outdoorsman)
4 To 6 Lbs Gator Tail
Lemon wedges
Cajun Seasoning Mix:
12 T Paprika
6 T Garlic powder
3 T Salt
3 T White pepper
3 T Oregano, crushed
3 T Black pepper
2 1/2 T Thyme
1 T Cayenne pepper
To make seasoning mix, I combine paprika, garlic powder, salt, white pepper, oregano, black pepper, thyme and cayenne pepper in jar with tight fitting lid. Shake well to combine. I usually lean up against the wall with my good leg extended for balance. You can fall over while shaking if not careful. This mixture may be stored for up to 3 months
When ready to cook, cut gator tail meat into 1/2″ cubes. I use a Butcher Knife and have to be very careful with my one arm, not to miss the meat. Usually, I hold the meat in place with my good foot. You can wash it again later.
Next, roll each cube in 1 tablespoon of the mixture. This is easy to do when you only have 3 fingers. Cook over high heat on an outdoor barbecue grill or under the oven broiler for 4 to 6 minutes, or until gator tail meat is white and firm to the touch. Serve warm with lemon wedges. I use my teeth to squeeze the lemons (no one will ever know) The seasoning mixture will coat up to 24 (4 oz.) servings of gator tail.
This is from our Alligator recipes collection. Bon Appetite!
‘Lefty’ LaRue
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