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                              ALLIGATOR EGGS

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Appetizers

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  36       lg           Jalapeno chilies, roasted
                        -and peeled
     1/2   lb           Cooked, peeled and deveined
                        -shrimp, minced
   2       t            Mayonnaise
   2       t            Prepared chilli sauce
   2       t            Minced capers
   2       t            Minced green onions
   2       t            Minced fresh parsley
     1/2   t            Dijon mustard
     1/2   t            Horseradish
     1/4   t            Paprika
                        -salt & fresh ground pepper
                        -peanut oil
   1 3/4   c            All purpose flour
     3/4   c            Beer, room temp
   2                    Eggs, room temp
   3       T            Minced green onions
   2       T            Vegetable oil
   1 1/2   T            Catsup
   2       t            Worcestershire sauce
   1 1/2   t            Fresh lemon juice
   1 1/2   t            Baking powder
   1 1/2   t            Salt
   1       t            Cayenne pepper

     Using small, sharp knife; cut 1 1/2 inch slit at stem end on side of
  each chili.  Scrape out seeds; do not tear stems.  Rinse out chilies. Drain
  on towels.  Mix next 9 ingredients.  Season filling with salt and pepper.
  Spoon about 1 t into each chili (do not overstuff; chili should close).
  Arrange chilies on baking sheet.  Refrigerate.  Heat 3/4 inch peanut oil in
  heavy large skillet to 350 degrees.  Blend in remaining ingredients in
  large bowl.  Dredge each chili in mixture, coating completely. Add chilies
  to skillet (in batches; do not crowd) and fry until golden brown, turning
  once, about five minutes.  Drain on paper towels and serve. From Bon
  Appetit, Dec '86.
  
  Makes 36
  
  From: TERRI ST.LOUIS              Date: 05-10-93 (23:42)
 


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