Title: Alligator Tail Steak #1
Categories: Game Amerind American Steak
Yield: 1 Servings
| INGREDIENTS |
| 2 | lb | Alligator* tail meat |
| 1 | c | Flour |
| 1 | ts | Paprika |
| 2 | | Eggs beaten |
| DIRECTIONS |
| | | 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.