Alligator Meat 1 lb

(38 reviews)

$24.99

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DESCRIPTION

Experience the wild flavor of the South with our Louisiana Alligator Tail Meat, expertly fileted and processed using a needle point tenderizer for exceptional tenderness and texture. This advanced technique ensures a consistently soft bite, making it a versatile and delicious low-fat alternative to beef, poultry, or fish.

Perfect for grilling, frying, or sautéing, alligator tail meat brings a unique twist to your favorite recipes — from tacos and gumbo to stir-fries and po’boys.

  • Premium Quality: Tenderized for optimal texture
  • Lean & Healthy: Naturally low in fat
  • Convenient Packaging: Frozen, 1 lb per package
  • Versatile Use: Ideal substitute in beef, chicken, or seafood dishes

*size of pieces vary

Cooking Tip: Marinate before cooking to enhance flavor, and cook quickly over high heat to preserve tenderness.

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Ingredients: Alligator filet, water, salt, sodium phosphate.

Nutrition Facts:

Protein: 9g

Sodium: 150mg

Potassium: 136mg

Total Fat: 3g

  • What size whole alligator do I need?

    Use the following information to accurately determine the expected meat yield and appropriate size for your order.

    Usable Meat and Composition

    • Usable Yield: The average usable meat yield for a whole skinned alligator is approximately 40% of the gross weight.
    • Meat Sources: Usable meat is primarily harvested from the tail, legs, tenderloin, and ribs.
    • Tenderness: The tail meat is considered the most tender cut.
    • Tenderloin Note: A line of fat typically encases the tenderloin and is usually trimmed off after cooking.

    Yield Calculation and Serving Guide

    To calculate the usable meat quantity, multiply the alligator’s gross weight by 40%:

    Gross Weight x 0.40 = Usable Meat (lbs)

    Example: A 30 lb. alligator x 40% = 12 lbs. of usable meat.

    Usable Meat (lbs.)Serving SizeEstimated Servings
    12 lbs.8 oz. (Meal Size)24 servings
    12 lbs.4 oz. (Appetizer Size)48 servings

  • What is the serving size for alligator meat?

    8oz (1/2lb) serving size as a meal

    4oz (1/4lb) as an appetizer.

  • What part of the alligator do the meat, nuggets, and tenderloin come from?

    Alligator Meat Cut Descriptions

    • Alligator Meat and Nuggets: This white meat is sourced directly from the tail section of the alligator.
    • Alligator Tenderloins: These cuts are derived from the back of the alligator and typically present as a darker colored meat.

  • What does alligator meat taste like?

    Alligator meat is often described as a mild-flavored white meat with a texture similar to chicken or firm fish. The flavor is slightly gamy, especially in the darker cuts, but much of its final taste is determined by the marinade and cooking method.

    While it is often compared to chicken, alligator meat is much leaner and denser. Because it lacks fat, it can dry out quickly, so it requires fast cooking methods (like frying or grilling) or slow, moist methods (like stewing).

  • What is the best cut of alligator meat?

    The most popular and tender cut is the tail meat, often sold as “alligator tail meat filets” or “alligator nuggets”. Leg and body meat are leaner, firmer, and excellent for slow-cooking, stewing, or grinding.

  • Do I need to tenderize or marinate the meat?

    Marinating is highly recommended, especially for the leaner, tougher body and leg sections. Marinating for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) in a mixture containing acid (like vinegar or citrus juice) helps tenderize the fibers and infuse flavor.

  • What is the best way to cook alligator tail meat?

    Because tail meat is tender, it’s best suited for quick, high-heat methods. Cubed tail meat is famously used for deep-frying (creating alligator nuggets). It is also excellent grilled or pan-seared, cooked just until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.

  • How do I prevent the alligator meat from drying out?

    Since alligator is very lean, avoid overcooking it. If grilling or searing, quickly sear the exterior and remove it from the heat once it’s firm to the touch (160°F internal). For tough cuts, slow-cook it submerged in liquid (like a gumbo or chili) to keep it moist.

  • How should I thaw frozen alligator meat?

    The safest way is to thaw it slowly in the refrigerator. Place the vacuum-sealed package in the fridge and allow 12-24 hours per pound. For faster thawing, you can place the sealed package in a bowl of cold water, changing the water every 30 minutes. Never thaw meat on the counter at room temperature.

  • How long can I store alligator meat in the freezer?

    Properly vacuum-sealed and frozen alligator meat can last in the freezer for 6 to 12 months without significant loss of quality. Once thawed, use it within 1-2 days.

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Customer Reviews

38 reviews for Alligator Meat 1 lb

  1. Carlos Carter –

    The product was delicious. Great service, fast delivery a+

  2. Terry L Williams (verified owner) –

    I love them, I have to keep at least two packs on hand.

  3. Beau (verified owner) –

    This is a good product. Makes for a nice family dinner.

  4. Kevin Flynn (verified owner) –

    The Alligator adds a great flavor to my gumbo.

  5. Paul Cummins (verified owner) –

    everything was fresh and well packaged

  6. lynn ann Walk (verified owner) –

    Very fresh and was packed well for shipping. Best gator we ever had and we lived in south Florida for 25 years and had it a lot

  7. Drew (verified owner) –

    I ordered these and the alligator nuggets. I tried the nuggets first and didn’t like them much as they were small and I didn’t like the breading. I cut this filet into nice sized meaty nuggets and use the same breading I use for catfish and these were absolutely amazing. Definitely my go to from now on.

  8. Chris (verified owner) –

    This is the 2nd time I’ve ordered the gator meat from LCC. It arrived on time and fresh. It’s in perfect pieces for frying. Will definitely order again.

  9. McCallum Mike (verified owner) –

    Cooked up flavorful and tender in just over an hour.

  10. David Carver (verified owner) –

    Product is great. However it cost so much for shipping its not worth buying again.

  11. Terry L Williams (verified owner) –

    Great taste. I ate them as soon as I opened the box!

  12. Quinn S (verified owner) –

    Two item arrived as promised even in snow storm! Great filets.

  13. Cathy Wells (verified owner) –

    Had a pound of alligator shipped to my 12 year old cousin on Maui. It arrived on exact shipping day and was still frozen. Great service.

  14. Luther (verified owner) –

    Very tasty

  15. Louis Jones (verified owner) –

    Sent to sister & she loved it as much as me!

  16. Steve Williams (verified owner) –

    Man come on. It was legit. I promise you I will be ordering again

  17. Mary Conley Sarratori (verified owner) –

    We have a crawfish boil every year. (Party Packs are amazing!). Alligator bites are a friends and family favorite. Unfortunately with celiac I have to make them gluten free, this alligator fits the bill and then some. Louisiana Crawfish accidentally forgot 1lb of alligator in my order and were so kind with excellent customer service they were able to get it to us in time for me to bread for our yearly party. We wouldn’t shop anywhere else for amazing Louisiana products!

  18. Charles James (verified owner) –

    Awesome

  19. Merrilyn Coles (verified owner) –

    This was a gift I sent my son and his girlfriend in Michigan. They loved it, I will be sending them more!

  20. Daniel May (verified owner) –

    Thanks

  21. Anthony Boyer (verified owner) –

    Showed up fresh and in a timely matter.

  22. Pamela Hamlin (verified owner) –

    Made up this meat for friends that have never eaten alligator and it was a hit!

  23. LINDSEY BLAND (verified owner) –

    Great product

  24. Johnny Bui (verified owner) –

    I bought 2 lbs just to try. Very happy with the quality meat I received. Will buy again in the future.

  25. Terry Williams (verified owner) –

    Great, great, great! The only time I won’t buy them is when you don’t have them!

  26. Real good (verified owner) –

    I love them and I buy them whenever they’re in stock.

  27. Sean Brewer (verified owner) –

    great service

  28. Kelvin mack (verified owner) –

    I order the files all the time.they are a good size for cutting into nuggets.i usually just fry them or backen them

  29. Tasha Hughes (verified owner) –

    Thank you very much

  30. Randy Jarvis (verified owner) –

    Had to trim it from fat

  31. Eric (verified owner) –

    We battered and deep fried them. It was a party favorite!

  32. Tiffini (verified owner) –

    Exactly what I needed! A taste of home!

  33. Barbara Karcher –

    The alligator meat arrived quickly and fresh. My daughter breaded and fried the alligator, and they were a delicious side dish along with the perfectly boiled and seasoned crawfish. What a treat!

  34. erin –

    i tried fried alligator a few years back (for the 1st time) at a fair, LOVED it. decided a few months ago and again this past week to try making fried gator myself. lets just say my husband is hooked… line and sinker. ;) so juice and tender packed full of flavor. 100% have already shared this site with family and friends we are for sure staying repeat customers.

  35. Brent –

    Hey everyone, just ordered the filet alligator and got it shipped in over night for newyears party. Ended up shipping the wrong stuff to me got the nuggets. Sent a email to the company and they called me back right away and are sending me the right stuff. I also get to keep the nuggets and have them for the party. One of the best customer service places I have ever delt with. The alligator is amazing also highly recommend them to everyone in my pa area. Def buying from them again fresh and amazing tasting. Thank you

  36. Karen –

    Along with our 20 lb. party pack of crawdads, we decided to also order 1 lb. alligator nuggets… for whatever reason, we received the 1 lb. fillet of alligator instead. Luckily I had a party-goer who was willing to cut, bread, and fry it up for everyone to try. Wow! It was delicious, and everyone was begging for more. I’ll have to keep that in mind for next year’s Father’s Day boil! Thank you!

  37. Michael –

    Well, I got real interested in eating some alligator from watching the travel channel, it looked delicious. I picked up 2 pounds of this Louisiana alligator from my local grocery. The cost was $25 a pound plus tax which is much more than this website. I marinated the first pound in Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper and creole seasoning then I cooked it in a garlic seasoned frying pan with a table spoon of butter and WOW!!!!!! Then the second pound I marinated in Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and hot and spicy bbq sauce plus all the above seasonings. Then I cooked them in the oven at 350 for 30 minutes and WOW!!!!! again. I’m kind of in trouble because gator is all I want to eat. If this cost the same as chicken and beef I’d eat gator everyday!

  38. Gonzo –

    I used the filet in a stew using milk and spices. The meat was very tender and delicious. I also used it as "nuggets" battered with flour and "Louisiana Creole Seasoning". Wow!

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