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Originally posted by L. Keith
Chef Folse's Alligator Sauce Piquante
Prep Time: 2 and 1/2 Hours|
Yields: 6 Servings
Comment:
This recipe proves the point that in Cajun Country anything can go into a sauce piquant pot. In this spicy sauce, it is recommended that you use alligator tail meat due to its texture and light to white color.
Ingredients:
3 pounds alligator, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 and 1/2 cups vegetable oil
1 and 1/2 cups flour
2 cups diced onions
2 cups diced celery
1 cup diced bell peppers
1/4 cup minced garlic
2 (10-ounce) cans ROTEL tomatoes
3 quarts water or beef stock (see recipe)
salt and cracked black pepper to taste
granulated garlic to taste
Louisiana hot sauce to taste
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup sliced green onions
Method:
In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour, stirring constantly until a dark brown roux is achieved (see roux recipes). Add alligator and saute 10 minutes or until well browned. Stir in onions, celery, bell peppers and minced garlic and saute 3-5 minutes or until vegetables are wilted. Stir in tomatoes and water or stock. Blend well then season to taste with salt, pepper, granulated garlic and hot sauce. Bring mixture to a rolling boil then reduce heat to medium. Simmer 2 hours or until meat is tender, adding water to retain volume if necessary. Add parsley and green onions and adjust seasonings to taste. Serve over hot white rice.