Medium Whole Alligator

A: Cajun Grocer is only a distributor for the products on our website. IT does come to us already packaged. Unfortunately we are unable to alter the products.

A: Our gators only come gutted and skinned. Fat trimming is completely optional.

A: Since the size of the gator it self does vary being some gators are longer and skinner while others can be shorter but fatter. The size shipping container will also vary depending on the size of gator.

A: There is no other preparations to the alligator other then being gutted and skinned.

A: Whole alligators are available year round.

A: Roughly about 5 hours reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

A: The thickest part of the alligator needs to reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

A: Yes! The order will arrive to you already frozen , you can just transfer it to the freezer and keep frozen until needed.

A: Weight does not reliably determine a whole alligator's exact length, so we cannot guarantee that an 8-14 lb alligator will fit a 15 x 28 inch smoker. Please confirm the dimensions of the specific alligator before ordering. We also would not recommend planning to hang it unless your smoker manufacturer approves that method and the alligator can be secured safely.

A: The amount of meat each alligator would yield does vary depending on the initial weight of each gator. They do weigh between 8-14 lbs. Most of the alligator is edible other then the bones, feet and skull.

A: Alligator meat does freeze quite well. Cook the meat till it's just a few minutes away from being done, then freeze. Cooking the meat slightly underdone helps to avoid any chance of drying out when reheating. Wrap the meat tightly in plastic freezer wrap. Alternatively, place small portions of cooked meat in an airtight container that is safe for freezer storage. Any uncovered portion of the meat in the freezer makes it susceptible to drying out and freezer burn.

A: They are not vacuum sealed, but they are in a plastic bag frozen then shipped in a small cooler on dry ice.

A: The whole alligators are not measured by length because they are curled for easier transit and cooking processes. they are measured by weight. The whole medium alligator weighs approximately 11 pounds.

A: Our whole alligators are skinned and gutted.

A: They are gutted and skinned.

A: Depending of the size of the gator you want to use 3 minutes per pound for a average time but most important is you meet temperature in the thickest part of the tail reaches 190 degrees. Common seasonings used on a whole alligator is garlic, onions, bay leaves, black pepper corn, dill seed ,thyme, and whole allspice. Season is based of of preference. Alligator meat typically taste and cooks like chicken.

A: Hello, Please allow at least 48-72 hours for your medium size gator to defrost.

A: A medium Gator should fit fine. Medium sized gators are 11-19 lbs and are generally curled up. It may fit stretched out, but should definitely fit in the shape that it arrives. We pack gators and all frozen items with plenty of dry ice, so that they arrive still cold. To ensure this, we do not send packages any method that would require more than a 3 day transit time.