Best 5 Alligator Eyes Olive Salsa Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure like no other, featuring the unique flavors of alligator eyes and olive salsa.**

Immerse yourself in a symphony of textures and flavors as you embark on a culinary journey with alligator eyes and olive salsa. This exotic dish, hailing from the depths of the bayous, offers a taste of the wild that is sure to leave a lasting impression. Alligator eyes, known for their delicate and slightly briny flavor, are expertly combined with a medley of briny green olives, tangy tomatoes, zesty onions, and a hint of spice, creating a salsa that bursts with vibrancy. Whether you spread it on a crispy tortilla chip, use it as a dip for grilled meats, or savor it as a topping for tacos, this salsa promises an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your senses.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BLACK-EYED PEA DIP



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This is a wonderful, easy dip recipe that looks like a salsa. It's important that it refrigerate at least six hours, You may even let it go overnight so the flavors can blend. It's best with Fritos® Scoops®.

Provided by ANNWDODD

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Bean Dip Recipes

Time 6h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
4 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 minced jalapeno pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir the black-eyed peas, green onions, sugar, olive oil, garlic, tomatoes, cilantro, balsamic vinegar, and salt together in a mixing bowl. Mix in jalapeno peppers, if desired. Cover, and refrigerate at least six hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 235 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

FABULOUS OLIVE SALSA BY JAMES



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Our friends James and Jayden had us over for some backyard entertainment and served this delicious dish up. We managed to talk them into handing over the recipe. Mess with the mix and quantity of olives to suit your taste.

Provided by Brent Rice

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Olives

Time 15m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ (5 ounce) jars green olives (such as Italica®)
1 (6 ounce) can pitted black olives, or more to taste
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 large white onion, cut into large chunks
2 tomatoes, cored
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 cloves garlic, peeled
3 drops hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or to taste

Steps:

  • Drain green and black olives and green chiles in a colander. Chop white onion in a food processor, pulsing several times. Add green and black olives, green chiles, tomatoes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and hot sauce to the processor. Pulse several more times to mix; process until chunky, 20 to 30 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 317.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

MEDITERRANAN-STYLE HOMEMADE SALSA RECIPE



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Easy homemade salsa recipe with a Mediterranean twist! Fresh tomato salsa made with sweet cherry tomatoes, shallots, garlic and loads of fresh herbs. Olives and jalapeno are optional, but highly recommended. Great with pita chips as an appetizer, or use it as a topping on top of grilled steak, Mediterranean grilled chicken and more!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 oz cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters
1 to 2 shallots, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
6 to 7 pitted kalamata olives, chopped (optional)
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped (optional if you want to add spice)
Kosher salt and pepper
1/2 tsp to 1 tsp sumac
2 to 3 tsp lemon juice
Extra virgin olive oil (I used Early Harvest Greek extra virgin olive oil)

Steps:

  • Place quartered cherry tomatoes, chopped shallots, minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, chopped kalamata olives (if using), and chopped jalapeno (if using) in a mixing bowl.
  • Season with kosher shalt, pepper, and sumac (start with a heaping 1/2 tsp sumac, add more late if needed). Toss gently.
  • Add lemon juice and a generous drizzle of quality extra virgin olive oil (I used Early Harvest EVOO). Toss to combine. Set aside for a few minutes to let the flavors marry.
  • Serve with pita chips or chips of your choice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Sugar 3.7 g, Sodium 111.6 mg, Fat 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

OLIVE SALSA



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A salsa with no tomatoes, for olive lovers. It's full of strong flavors. Can be prepared in a food processor, but I just chop with a knife. Serve with tortilla chips, bagel chips, crackers etc.

Provided by Monstr

Categories     Peppers

Time 6h25m

Yield 2 Cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (7 ounce) jar pitted green olives (with pimentos OK)
1 (6 ounce) can pitted black olives
2 -3 cloves garlic
2 jalapeno chiles
1/2 medium red onion (1/3 cup chopped)
1 medium red pepper
1 medium yellow pepper
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • To toast pine nuts heat in a small skillet over low heat, stirring frequently, until lightly browned.
  • Drain olives well and chop.
  • Very finely chop garlic Seed and remove membranes from halapenos and finely chop Dice onion, red and yellow peppers Combine all ingredients and add olive oil and vinegar, mix well Chill several hours or overnight, bring to room temperature to serve.

ALLIGATOR EYES (OLIVE SALSA)



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Categories     Appetizer

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-16oz Can Peeled Tomatoes
2 Can Mild Green chilies
1 Can Chopped Olives
4 Green Onions
2 Cloves Garlic
1/3 Cup Vinegar
1/3 Cup Olive Oil

Steps:

  • Dice all ingrediants and mix together. Refrigerate and let sit.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh alligator eyes. Look for eyes that are clear and free of any blemishes.
  • Clean the alligator eyes thoroughly. Remove any dirt or debris from the eyes before cooking.
  • Soak the alligator eyes in milk for 30 minutes. This will help to remove any remaining impurities and make the eyes more tender.
  • Cook the alligator eyes in a flavorful liquid. This could be a simple broth, a tomato sauce, or a spicy chili.
  • Simmer the alligator eyes until they are tender. This will usually take about 30 minutes.
  • Serve the alligator eyes with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, and remoulade.

Conclusion:

Alligator eyes are a unique and delicious delicacy that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you choose to fry them, grill them, or stew them, be sure to cook them until they are tender and juicy. With their mild flavor and slightly chewy texture, alligator eyes are a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. So next time you're looking for something new and exciting to try, give alligator eyes a try. You might just be surprised at how much you enjoy them!

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