Alligator Balls

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Story: Excuse me, that wasn't shrimp you just ate

The Virginian-Pilot
© October 8, 2008

Makes: about 24 (1-inch) balls

1 pound chopped alligator meat

1 egg

1 tablespoon finely chopped onions

1 tablespoon finely chopped celery

1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots

2 teaspoons lemon pepper

½ teaspoon salt

¼ cup bread crumbs

1 cup cooking oil

Flour to dredge

Combine all ingredients except oil and flour. Form 1-inch diameter balls. Allow to set one hour. Dredge in flour and fry in oil until brown. Serve hot.

Source: From www.cajuncookingrecipes.com

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