What Does Crocodile Taste Like? - Straight Dope Message Board Home » What Does Crocodile Taste Like » What Does Crocodile Taste Like? - Straight Dope Message Board Maybe your like What Does Cross Dressing Indicate What Does Cross Examine Mean What Does Cross Section Mean What Does Csb Stand For What Does Cspan Stand For What does crocodile taste like? Factual Questions Studs_Murphy June 23, 2005, 12:09pm 1 There was a travelling market near me recently and one of the delicacies on display was crocodile steak. I have to admit I was curious but decided against buying it. Can anyone tell me what the taste and texture is like? Does alligator taste similar? Anyone else tried any exotic meats? Snake, for example? The_Chao_Goes_Mu June 23, 2005, 12:30pm 2 I don’t know specifically about crocodile but alligator is quite delicious. (I assume they taste similar) It’s got a soft texture, not chewy. It reminds me a bit of scallops without any fishy taste. If you get the opportunity to try it, go for it. The flavor is mild so the meat pretty much absorbs the flavor of any spices you cook it in. PapSett June 23, 2005, 12:33pm 3 I know this sounds cliche’ , but it really does taste similar to chicken , with that scallop-y texture . I have had fried alligator , which was DELICIOUS , and a taco made from crocodile , which it was a little hard to actually taste the meat . But I agree , if you have the chance to sample , go for it ! Mangetout June 23, 2005, 12:46pm 4 I had alligator tail - I thought it was a between lobster and chicken in texture, sort of like alien pork in flavour. Smoked Emu (at the same meal as the alligator tail) - nice - like very tender duck. Ostrich (a friend of mine farms them) - like very lean, tasty beef. Kangaroo - like strong venison - has a very ‘red’ meaty taste. Squirrel - a bit like lean pork. wonky June 23, 2005, 12:49pm 5 Never had croc, but agree with the above about alligator. Had it in Florida and it was deep fried into kind of popcorn alligator bites. It was like incredibly mild chicken with a slightly chewier texture. The meat holds together more firmly than chicken when you bite it. But I think you could have eaten those pieces and if someone had told you it was chicken, you might not have questioned it. butler1850 June 23, 2005, 1:24pm 6 Gator is good. I wish it was more available up here. Since crocs and gators are related, I’d have to assume that they taste similar. More so in that they eat similar things. I agree on the chickenish flavor, combined with a lobster tail (for the stringy component) and scallop (for the firmness, and grain), but I’d add that I think it has a slightly fishy flavor (a hint if you will). I’m certain the last hint flavor comes from it’s diet. Great fried, great ground/chopped. I’ve had it grilled, but I found it a bit tough, however, that could have been the chef. (It was served with elk, kangaroo, bison, and a few “rocky mountain oysters”. The “oysters” tasted like finely ground meat, but I had a hard time getting over what they were. ) Related topics Topic Replies Views Activity Calling all chefs, cooks and food aficionados! Cafe Society 5 821 February 20, 2005 Cold-blooded cuisine Cafe Society 10 1146 May 12, 2005 How do you cook crocodile? Cafe Society 16 3518 August 3, 2008 Anyone ever eat turtle? Cafe Society 12 815 June 16, 2004 Would trilobite taste like crab ? Cafe Society 31 8296 September 28, 2015 Tag » What Does Crocodile Taste Like Crocodile Meat Taste, Best Cuts, Popularity - Chef's Pencil What Does Crocodile Taste Like? - Quora What Does Crocodile Meat Taste Like? - Tastylicious What Does Crocodile Meat Taste Like? - KitchenVile What Is The Taste Of Crocodile Meat? - 9jafoods The Only Probable Reason Crocodile Meat Taste Like Chicken ... - Reddit Not A Lot Of Croc: Crocodile Meat Is Edible When It's Cooked Well What Does Crocodile Taste Like? - EmojiCut What Does Crocodile Taste Like? (Crocs On The Menu Pt 3) - YouTube What Does Crocodile Taste Like? - Meal Delivery Reviews Which Is Better To Eat Crocodile Or Alligator? - Lifehackk How Does Crocodile Actually Taste? The Real Surprise. It ... - Facebook Alligator Meat - Wikipedia What Does Alligator Meat Taste Like? - Foods Gal