Crispy Crocodile Calamari Strips are a delicious and unique appetizer that is sure to impress your guests. The crocodile meat is tender and juicy, while the tapioca flour coating gives it a crispy outer layer. The strips are seasoned with a blend of salt, pepper, and olive oil, and they are served with lemon wedges for dipping.
Crocodile meat is a delicacy in many parts of the world, and it is prized for its unique flavor and texture. Crocodile meat is a good source of protein, iron, and zinc, and it is also low in fat. In this recipe, the crocodile meat is cut into strips and coated in a tapioca flour batter. The strips are then fried until they are golden brown and crispy. The tapioca flour coating gives the strips a light and airy texture, and it also helps to keep the meat moist and juicy. The strips are seasoned with a blend of salt, pepper, and olive oil, and they are served with lemon wedges for dipping.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 pound crocodile tail meat, cut into 1-inch strips
1/2 cup tapioca flour
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
In a large bowl, toss the crocodile strips with tapioca flour, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Place the crocodile strips in the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even cooking.
Serve hot with lemon wedges for dipping.
Why It Works
The tapioca flour coating gives the strips a light and airy texture.
The salt, pepper, and olive oil seasoning enhances the flavor of the crocodile meat.
The lemon wedges add a bright and tangy flavor to the dish.