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A true taste of the bayou! This homemade alligator sausage is surprisingly tender, packed with savory pork and a classic Cajun spice blend. It's smoky, a little spicy, and perfect for grilling or adding to your favorite gumbo.
For 4 servings
Chill Equipment and Meat (30 minutes)
Grind the Meat (10 minutes)
Mix and Season (5 minutes)
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A true taste of the bayou! This homemade alligator sausage is surprisingly tender, packed with savory pork and a classic Cajun spice blend. It's smoky, a little spicy, and perfect for grilling or adding to your favorite gumbo.
This cajun_creole recipe takes 85 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 713.6 calories per serving with 93.3g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or appetizer.
Stuff the Casings (15 minutes)
Link the Sausages (5 minutes)
Cook the Sausages (20 minutes)
Rest and Serve (5 minutes)
Increase the cayenne pepper to 1.5-2 teaspoons and add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Add 1/4 cup of finely chopped fresh parsley and 1 teaspoon of dried sage to the spice mix for a fresher, more herbaceous flavor.
After linking, smoke the sausages over hickory or pecan wood at 200-225°F (93-107°C) for 2-3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Substitute the pork shoulder with an equal amount of chicken thighs (with skin) or veal shoulder for a different flavor profile.
Both alligator and pork are rich in high-quality protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue, supporting immune function, and promoting a feeling of fullness.
This sausage is a good source of B vitamins, particularly Niacin (B3) and B12. These vitamins are crucial for converting food into energy, maintaining healthy nerve function, and forming red blood cells.
The combination of meats provides important minerals like iron, which is vital for oxygen transport in the blood, and phosphorus, which plays a key role in bone and tooth health.
A single serving of two links (approximately 211g) contains an estimated 650-750 calories, primarily from the protein and fat content of the pork and alligator meat.
Alligator meat itself is a lean, healthy protein. However, this sausage also contains pork shoulder, which adds fat and flavor. It is high in protein but also in saturated fat and sodium. It's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Alligator has a mild flavor and a firm, slightly chewy texture. It is often compared to a cross between chicken and quail, with a subtle fish-like nuance. In this sausage, its flavor blends beautifully with the pork and Cajun spices.
Yes. You can ask your butcher to grind the meats for you, or you can finely chop them by hand. Instead of stuffing into casings, you can form the mixture into patties and pan-fry them. They will be just as delicious.
Alligator meat can be found at specialty butchers, online meat purveyors, and some larger grocery stores, particularly in the Southern United States. It is usually sold frozen.
Uncooked sausage links can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Cooked sausages can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.