Curry Cooked Alligator

Published on May 22, 2022
Duration: 27:09

This video details how to prepare and cook Florida alligator tail meat into a curry. Yoki Sturrup emphasizes proper cleaning to remove any rancid taste from fat and marinates the meat with spices and sofrito. The cooking process involves frying curry powder to enhance flavor before adding aromatics and the alligator, creating a rich gravy.

Quick Summary

Florida alligator tail meat should be cleaned of fat to avoid rancidity and cut into bite-sized pieces. Marinate with spices and sofrito, adding fresh garlic later to prevent burning. Fry curry powder in oil to bloom flavor before cooking the meat into a rich curry.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Alligator Meat Prep
  2. 03:21Ingredients & Seasoning
  3. 05:21Marinating the Alligator
  4. 08:45Cooking the Alligator Curry
  5. 15:11Tasting & Texture Review

Frequently Asked Questions

How should alligator meat be prepared for cooking?

Alligator meat, particularly the tail, should be cleaned thoroughly to remove any fatty parts that can impart a rancid taste. Cut the meat into bite-sized pieces suitable for the dish, like curry.

What is the texture of cooked alligator meat?

Cooked alligator tail meat has a texture remarkably close to chicken breast, though it can be slightly chewy. It's a dense muscle, unlike the flaky texture of fish.

What are the key ingredients for Yoki Sturrup's alligator curry?

Key ingredients include Florida alligator tail meat, white onion, sofrito, garlic, Goya Adobo, Chief curry powder, salt, lime, and scotch bonnet pepper for heat.

What cooking technique enhances the flavor of curry powder?

To enhance flavor and remove bitterness, fry the curry powder in hot oil for about a minute before adding other aromatics like onions and garlic.

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