Alligator recipes

Chef Rick Mace was willing to share a few of his favorite alligator recipes, along with some tips for cleaning and cooking gators. Keep reading for proof that the alligator recipe book doesn't end with fried gator tail.

Grilled Louisiana Cajun Alligator Bites offer a bold and enticing presentation. Each bite-sized piece of alligator is expertly grilled, giving the meat a

If you thought regular gumbo was as New Orleans as it gets, you're in for a surprise. Alligator meat in a savory gumbo made with celery, bell pepper, and okra is a notch up on the 'Nawlins scale.

Alligator is a classic protein around Louisiana and for good reason. The lean white meat has plenty of flavor, plus it can be a lot of fun to feast on an animal that could just as easily feast on us. There’s really no limit to what you can do with alligator meat. Golden-fried nuggets of

Southern style fried alligator nuggets.

This hearty alligator stew is full of flavor, and great for those cold days or nights.

Cooking alligator may be old hat for many home cooks, and it's quite apparent chefs are cooking it all over the place. But I cooked it the first time recently in sauce picante for our 'In Judy's Kitchen' video series.

Indulge in the allure of the Fried Alligator Po'boy, an extraordinary twist on the classic sandwich that combines tender alligator meat with a medley of bold flavors. With each layer and each bite, you'll discover a harmony of textures and sensations that will leave you yearning for more.

Wow your taste buds with Grilled Alligator! Perfectly cooked, bacon-wrapped grilled alligator is on the menu! Healthy AND delicious!

Indulge in the allure of the Fried Alligator Po'boy, an extraordinary twist on the classic sandwich that combines tender alligator meat with a medley of bold flavors. With each layer and each bite, you'll discover a harmony of textures and sensations that will leave you yearning for more.