Florida seafood

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Some Florida seafood, such as alligator, may require an acquired taste. That’s right, the American Alligator, a genus of the crocodile family. It may seem like an exotic delicacy, or something that might pop up only at state fairs, but alligator meat is widely available throughout Florida. In fact, entire recipe books have been dedicated to cooking gator.

Three types of alligator meat are available at Florida seafood markets and restaurants:
• Belly Meat – The best part, belly meat is white, tender and similar to veal in texture.
• Body Meat – Still palatable, body meat is pinkish, tougher, and has a stronger flavor.
• Tail Meat – Dark tail meat is typically used only in braised dishes because it is so tough.

For those who are not into the idea of eating alligator, there are plenty of other Florida seafood options. Dozens of fish species flourish in the region, including delicious mahi-mahi and yellowfin tuna. Shrimp caught off the coast of Florida are among the most succulent in the world. A wide variety of oysters and clams are often on the menu as well.

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