Alligator Hush Puppies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

vegetable oil (for deep frying, about 2 quarts)
1/2 lb alligator meat, diced (tail)
1 (15 ounce) can creamed corn
2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 minced jalapeno pepper
2 cups self rising flour
1 teaspoon seasoning salt

Preparation

Heat oil to 365 F in a deep fryer, or per manufacturer's instructions.
In a skillet, saute alligator meat until done. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine all other ingredients, mixing well. Add sauteed alligator and stir to blend. Let stand for 10 minutes.
Use a serving spoon to scoop up tablespoon size pieces of batter and gently drop them into the oil; rinse and dry the spoon as needed to keep the batter from sticking.
Cook the hush puppies, 8 to 10 at a time, until golden brown.
Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and roll on paper towels to briefly drain. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.