Alligator meat is a lean, white meat with a mild flavor and firm texture. It's high in protein and low in fat and cholesterol. Flavor
- Alligator meat has a mild flavor with a slight fishiness
- Some say it tastes like quail
- Others say it tastes like turtle
Texture
- Alligator meat has a firm texture
- Some say it has a texture similar to veal
- Others say it has a texture similar to dark meat chicken or pork shoulder
Cuts
- The choicest cuts are the tail and jowls
- The legs and ribs are darker meat with a stronger taste
- Alligator meat is also available in nuggets and wings
Preparation
- You can use alligator meat in recipes that call for veal, chicken, and most seafood
- You can remove sinew, fat, white tendons, and vessels
- You can cut across the grain or cube the meat to make it more tender
- You can pound fillets with a meat mallet to make larger cuts more tender
Storage
- You can store thawed alligator meat in the refrigerator for up to two days
- You can freeze alligator meat for up to six months