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Nutritional Values
450kcal
40gProtein
20gCarbs
25gFat
1gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
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🌾 Gluten
Gator Bites
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Gator Bites — [GAY-ter bites]
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I'd like the gator bites, please.
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Deep-fried pieces of alligator, served with various sauces.
Why try it?
Gator bites highlight Florida's adventurous taste for unique proteins, and alligator is a symbol of the state's wildlife.
How it tastes
Gator bites are crispy on the outside with a tender, mild flavor akin to chicken or fish. They're often served with tangy or spicy dipping sauces.
Origin & History — first documented: 1980
Alligator has been eaten in Florida for centuries, particularly by indigenous peoples. During the late 20th century, alligator farming for both meat and leather became more commercialized, making alligator meat more broadly available.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g alligator meat
- 🌾 100 g breadcrumbs
- 🥚 1 egg
- 🌾 50 g flour
- 🫒 500 ml vegetable oil
- 🍋 1 lemon
Method
- 1 Cut the alligator meat into bite-sized pieces.
- 2 Coat the pieces in flour, dip in beaten egg, and cover with breadcrumbs.
- 3 Heat oil in a pot and fry the pieces until golden brown.
- 4 Serve hot with lemon wedges and dipping sauces.
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