CORNMEAL FRIED RATTLESNAKE ENJOY DAN:

                       CORNMEAL FRIED RATLESNAKE by CHEF DAN:

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

1-big rattlesnake, skinned & cleaned

1-cup buttermilk

1-cornmeal

1-cup flour

1-pinch salt

1/2-teaspoon EACH chili powder & cumin

1-teaspoon EACH garlic powder & tarragon powder

1/2-teaspoon onion powder & turmeric powder

4-tablespoons grape-seed oil

DIRECTIONS:

1.   Using a sharp knife remove the meat from the snake by cutting down the back, just slightly to 1-side of the spine from the heat to the rattle.

2.   Using the tip of the knife peel the meat from the bib cage.

3.   Then cut into 1-inch pieces, and place in a bowl of buttermilk.

4.   Mix and coat well to tenderize the snake.

5.   In a bowl, combine the cornmeal with flour and the spices.

6.   Add oil to a skillet over medium-high heat & when sizzling.

7.   Dredge the snake in the cornmeal mixture and fry for 2 minutes.

8.   Then transfer to a paper plate that is towel lined.

ENJOY DAN:                                                EVERY MOMENT MATTERS!!