Is Alligator Meat Expensive? - Kylon Powell

December 2022 · 2 minute read

Even though alligator meat costs nearly $20 per pound, I thought the restaurant’s small portion of gumbo and gator tail was overpriced.

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How much does alligator meat cost?

$50.00 for a 5lb box of White Meat Tenderized For $52.50, you can get a 5-pound box of Tenderized Red Meat.

How much does a whole alligator cost?

According to local hunters and processors, the current price per foot for alligators is $20 for a 9-foot or longer specimen, $17 for an 8-foot specimen, $13-$15 for a 7-foot specimen, and $13-$14 for a 6-foot specimen. Owner Tim Domangue of Greenwood Gator Farms and Tours says the prices are about 30% lower than last year.

Are alligators healthy to eat?

Alligator meat is a protein-rich, low-saturated-fat meat that’s perfect for keto dieters. At a rate comparable to that of beef, the U.S. population consumes gator meat on an almost daily basis.

Does alligator meat taste good?

A delicacy, alligator tails can be grilled, pan-fried, etc. if cut into steaks or fillets and served like any other fine meat. It has a delicate flavor and a tender texture.

Is alligator taste like chicken?

Alligator meat is served in a variety of ways and is said to taste a lot like chicken. It has a flavor that is a cross between chicken and fish, in my opinion, with the firmness of pork.

What does alligator meat sell for?

Tail fillet costs $13.75, while a small bowl of Gumbo costs $10.25. However, I found the restaurant’s small serving of gumbo and gator tail to be overpriced for the amount I received.

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