Step 1

Prepare alligator fillets, but slicing them into 1/4-1/3 inch thick pieces. These can be long, or short strips, or a mix, but try to get the thickness pretty uniform for even drying time

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients

Step 3

Add alligator and stir to coat well

Step 4

Cover bowl with plastic wrap, and place in refrigerator overnight

Step 5

Remove from refrigerator, and drain away excess marinade

Step 6

Arrange alligator pieces on a dehydrator trays (I have had this dehydrator for over a decade, and while it’s not an “influencer” brand, it has worked very well for me!) If you do not have a dehydrator, see how to make jerky in the oven

Step 7

Set dehydrator to jerky setting – this will likely be the hottest setting, at about 160º

Step 8

Dehydrate until jerky is completely dried through – about 8 hours

Step 9

Remove from dehydrator and store in airtight container out of direct light