Salt and Pepper Crocodile Bites (椒盐鳄鱼块)

椒盐鳄鱼块 (Salt and Pepper Crocodile Bites) is a popular dish in Australian Chinese cuisine, known for its unique flavor and texture.

Salt and Pepper Crocodile Bites (椒盐鳄鱼块)

Ingredients

  • 500g crocodile tail meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Coat the crocodile meat pieces with the cornstarch mixture.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Fry the coated crocodile meat pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
  5. Remove the fried crocodile bites and drain on paper towels.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
30g
Fat
12g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Frying pan Tongs Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Serve the Salt and Pepper Crocodile Bites with a side of sweet chili sauce for dipping.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Make sure to pat the crocodile meat dry before coating it with the cornstarch mixture to ensure a crispy texture when frying.

Cost

$20