In the treasure of Australia’s food culture, there is another exotic, delicious and healthy dish called crocodile meat. Crocodile meat is very delicious, very soft, and its flavour is somewhat similar to that of fish and chicken. As you would have known, crocodile meat is very healthy. Crocodile meat is high in protein and low in carbs, which it a good source of protein and very healthy too. So, for all the fitness freaks, this dish is a great treasure. Along with this, crocodile meat contains omega-3 fatty acids, which help a lot in brain health and reduce inflammation. Crocodiles are reared in the northern parts of Australia. And nowadays crocodile meat is an option on the menu of Australian restaurants too. So if you want to eat something healthy, tasty and exotic, do try it once
Historical Significance
For thousands of years, crocodiles have played a very important role in Australia. In earlier times, people used to hunt crocodiles for their skin and meat. But this caused a lot of losses. So in the 1970s, crocodiles were started to be reared so that wild crocodiles could be protected, and business could be done
Nowadays, crocodiles are not only eaten in Australia but also exported to other countries. People like crocodile meat because it is very tasty and healthy. Some people even say that eating crocodiles helps them connect with Australia’s wildlife and nature.
Ingredients
- 500 grams crocodile fillet (available at speciality meat shops or online)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or coriander) for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Step 1: First of all, we have to prepare the meat. Take fresh crocodile meat, and if the meat is frozen, then peel it well. And dry it well with a paper towel so that the excess water is drained out, and the meat marinates well
Step 2: The next step is to marinate the meat well. For that, take a bowl, mix olive oil, grated garlic, lemon juice, ginger, salt and pepper in it and apply it well on the meat. Leave the meat to marinate for 30 minutes, and if you want a strong flavour, then you can keep it for longer
Step 3: Before the next step, preheat the grill pan on medium temperature and apply olive oil so that the meat does not stick and cooks well
Step 4: As soon as the pan gets hot, place the crocodile meat in it and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on both sides. Cook till the meat turns white in colour, just like chicken breast. And yes, remember not to overcook it carefully, as crocodile meat becomes very hard after overcooking
Step 5: As soon as the meat is cooked, remove it from the pan and let it cool for a while. Garnish it on a plate with any herbs you like or with lemon wedges
Time
The whole cooking process takes up to 1 hour ( including marination)
More About Crocodile Meat
Although crocodile meat may seem strange to many people but its taste is similar to chicken and fish. And it is a good source of protein and is very healthy too
You can prepare crocodile meat in different ways as you wish. If next time you want to try something new then do try this dish once.
