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A Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse & Co.

Cajun-Fried Alligator Tail/LaBranche

The 13 Seasons of A Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse & Company began in 1990 and cover the range of Louisiana cuisine from wild game to seafood, from creole to cajun, and from healthy to classic recipes. Featured episodes include Thanksgiving and Christmas specials, famous chefs including Leah Chase and Paul Prudhomme, and a healthy dose of Louisiana history and culture.

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Cajun-Fried Alligator Tail/LaBranche

After the Hunt Episode 1202 | 27m 22s | CC

This week Chef Folse entices viewers with a variety of tasty dishes made from the Alligator that includes a sizzling hot Alligator Sauce Piquante, and a platter of golden brown perfection, Cajun-Fried Alligator. The Alligator was close to extinction in 1967, but by 1987, conservation efforts had them thriving.

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