Lightly breaded, Cajun seasoned and served with a zesty dipping sauce.

In a bowl, soak the alligator meat in buttermilk for at least 1 hour. This helps to tenderize the meat and adds flavor.

Prepare the Alligator

In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Mix the Breading

Remove the alligator pieces from the buttermilk and allow excess to drip off. Dredge the pieces in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated.

Bread the Alligator

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Heat the Oil

Carefully add the breaded alligator bites to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Fry the Alligator Bites

In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, hot sauce, and lemon juice. Adjust the hot sauce to taste.

Prepare the Dipping Sauce

Serve the fried alligator bites hot with the zesty dipping sauce on the side.

Serve

Alligator meat, cut into bite-sized pieces

Buttermilk

Cajun seasoning

All-purpose flour

Cornmeal

Salt

Black pepper

Vegetable oil (for frying)

Mayonnaise

Hot sauce

Lemon juice

Fried Alligator Bites

Make Fried Alligator Bites Recipe in just 30m. Lightly breaded, Cajun seasoned and served with a zesty dipping sauce.

Fried Alligator Bites Recipe

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