Creole Foods of Louisiana
Whole Skinned Alligator Small 5 - 8 lbs
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Description
Alligator meat is lean and high in protein making it a healthy and flavorful addition. Alligator meat can be fried smoked, or grilled. Either way, it's guaranteed to be a hit at your next cookout.
Unit Size: Weight will vary between 5-8lbs
*This product is frozen* The picture is for advertisement purposes alligator is uncooked and unseasoned.
Q&A:
1. Does it come frozen?
Yes, the gator is shipped in a cooler with dry ice
2. Does it come with the head and legs?
Yes, the head and legs are attached.
3. How long is the alligator?
Length will vary. A typical small gator is 1 1/2 foot
4. How long does it take to thaw an alligator
Thawing time is typically 24 hours (Thawing time varies with the size of the alligator)
5. What is the best way to cook an alligator?
Grilling, smoking, or Frying
6. Any questions regarding shipping time please see the shipping policies located at the bottom of the site or add the item to your cart and enter your state and zip code. You will be presented with shipping options and an estimated delivery time frame.
Here are some general guidelines for cooking a whole-skinned alligator.
Start with:
Alligator is a lean meat so you want to make sure you are keeping it moist.
Brine or marinate the alligator overnight.
Season the alligator any seasoning can be used (we have several to choose from on our site). You can coat the alligator with butter or a basting spray to help the seasoning set. (Wrapping the alligator in bacon is an option bacon fat helps keep it moist while cooking)
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (250-275 degrees) and lightly oil the grates.
Place the alligator on the grill and cook for about 2-4 hours, or until the meat is cooked through and lightly charred. (Cooking time will depend on the type of grill you are using and the size of the alligator.
To ensure that the alligator is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the meat. The alligator is done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Check out a video from one of our partners on how to cook an alligator.
134 Reviews
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Great service and product
Great service and product....turned out awesome!
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Absolutely wonderful! It arrived fast, securely packaged and frozen in a cooler that I was also able to use for the brine
Absolutely wonderful! It arrived fast, securely packaged and frozen in a cooler that I was also able to use for the brine. I used the Ragin Cajun Chicken or Gator seasoning as a dry rub and oven roasted for two hours on 250° then finished on the grill for a cookout, and all of it was eaten! The picky eaters in the group even tried some & came back for seconds, it was the highlight of the afternoon.
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Order arrived on time and the quality and size of the gator was awesome
Order arrived on time and the quality and size of the gator was awesome. Will definitely try it again.
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Everything was nice and delicious just as they promised
Everything was nice and delicious just as they promised
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Everything was lovely and on Time cleaned and tastes well thanks so much for everything
Everything was lovely and on Time cleaned and tastes well thanks so much for everything.
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Creole's Whole Skinned Alligators have quickly become a staple at our cookouts
Creole's Whole Skinned Alligators have quickly become a staple at our cookouts. The flavor is unique and delicious and the meat is always tender and juicy. Plus, the shipping is always reliable and the meat arrives still frozen. Highly recommend!
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Can't wait to order more gator from Creole
Can't wait to order more gator from Creole.
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Everyone at the cookout was raving about the alligator
Everyone at the cookout was raving about the alligator.
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Great staff, answered a lot a questions as I'd never smoked a gator before
Great staff, answered a lot a questions as I'd never smoked a gator before. You know its a show stopper when you pull it out of the smoker and everyone grabs their phones to take pictures. Tasted like cajun spiced chicken and was absolutely wonderful! Brine it, rub it, smoke it, hit it with clarified butter a couple times while smoking. If you've thought about doing it there's no reason to hesitate or be intimidated. Small gator will fit in most smokers when curled up.
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The alligator exceeded all of our expectations, it was incredible
The alligator exceeded all of our expectations, it was incredible.
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