Alligator Stew Recipes

Ingredients

• 2 pounds alligator meat, trimmed and cut into bite-sized chunks
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for searing the meat
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 1 large bell pepper, chopped
• 4 cups chicken broth (preferably low sodium)
• 2 cups diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon dried or 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 cup okra, sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1-2 hot peppers, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce