Grilled Citrus Gator Ribs

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These Grilled Citrus Gator Ribs are out of this world. If you've never had alligator ribs before, you're completely missing out on a local delicacy. These ribs are a local favorite in the gator-rich habitats of Florida, where they're a popular and delicious treat. See all grilling recipes. Click here to see Best Alligator Recipes.

Servings

servings

Ingredients

1 cup orange juice
4 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup orange marmalade
pinch of salt
pinch of white pepper
1 stick unsalted butter
2 pound alligator ribs
1 cup tangerine juice
1/3 cup key lime juice
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoon olive oil
5 cloves garlic, chopped finely
2 sprigs thyme, stemmed
2 sprigs oregano, stemmed and chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Combine all of the ingredients except for the butter together in a saucepan and simmer for 15 minutes. Add the butter and keep warm over low heat until ready to serve.
Place the ribs in a shallow glass dish or large resealable plastic food storage bag. Mix the remaining ingredients together in a nonreactive bowl, and stir until blended thoroughly. Reserve ½ cup marinade for basting.
Pour the marinade over the ribs and toss to thoroughly coat all pieces well. Cover the dish or close the bag and marinate for up to 3 hours in the refrigerator.
Preheat a gas grill on medium heat or prepare a charcoal grill.
Remove the ribs from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill until the ribs are tender, basting frequently with ½ cup marinade, for about 45 minutes. Then, baste with the marmalade glaze, and serve.