SPICY MIDDLE-EASTERN ALLIGATOR WITH RICE PILAF AND TABBOULEH SALAD

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Spicy Middle-Eastern Alligator with Rice Pilaf and Tabbouleh Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 egg whites, beaten
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon red chili powder
10 to 12 alligator fillets
Olive oil, for sauteing
Salt
Tabbouleh salad, recipe follows
Rice pilaf, recipe follows
1/3 cup bulgur wheat
2 lemons, juiced
Salt and pepper
6 to 8 large bunches parsley
2 to 3 tomatoes, finely diced
4 whole scallions, white and green parts thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 cup egg noodles
Salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the beaten egg whites, garlic, lemon juice, and red chili powder. Using a meat tenderizer, pound all of the alligator fillets until they are tender. Marinate the alligator in the egg white mixture for about 20 minutes.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Remove the alligator fillets from the marinade and sprinkle them with salt. Carefully place the alligator fillets in the pan, and saute them until browned. Work in batches as necessary. Flip the fillets with tongs or with a spatula, and cook until browned on the other side, and the meat is cooked through.
  • In a medium bowl, cover the bulgur wheat with warm water and allow it to soak for approximately 20 minutes. Pour the bulgur wheat into a strainer, and then squeeze out all of the excess water. Mix the lemon juice, salt, and pepper with the bulgur wheat and set aside.
  • Wash the parsley, and dry it thoroughly. Chop the parsley very finely and combine it, along with the tomatoes and scallions, with the bulgur wheat mixture. Stir the olive oil into the salad until it is thoroughly covered. Add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper as desired, to adjust the taste.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter over high heat. Add the rice and noodles to the pan, and fry them in the butter. Add approximately 1 1/2 cups of water to the pan and lower the heat to medium-low. Cover the pan with a tightly-fitting lid, and allow the rice mixture to steam until all the water is absorbed. Season with salt, to taste.

Shorts Time
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I would never make this dish again.


Mabel Thomas
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This dish is a waste of time and money.


Zahraa Srour
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone who doesn't have a lot of experience cooking.


Okojie Donald
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This recipe is not for beginners. It's a bit complicated and time-consuming.


Rosa Clara
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the alligator didn't turn out as tender as I would have liked.


Fatima Bakkali
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The alligator was a bit tough, but the rice pilaf and tabbouleh salad were very good.


Tariq langha
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was very good.


Jani Kuthaily Alla
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves alligator or is looking for a new and exciting dish to try.


ibrahim khalfan
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort.


Md julhas Ahmed
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I love how this dish combines different flavors and textures. The alligator was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the rice pilaf and tabbouleh salad were fluffy and flavorful.


Padmini Samarakoon
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The alligator was so tender and flavorful, and the rice pilaf and tabbouleh salad were the perfect sides.


anaele success
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I was a bit hesitant to try alligator, but I'm so glad I did! It was delicious. The spices were perfectly balanced and the meat was cooked to perfection.


Evagelos Varonos
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The alligator was tender and flavorful, and the rice pilaf and tabbouleh salad were perfect accompaniments. I will definitely be making this again.