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Discover how Florida chefs are transforming invasive green iguanas into sustainable, delicious wild game cuisine.
Crispy fried iguana tacos featuring a golden, perfectly seasoned fried iguana recipe topped with creamy ají amarillo crema. These tacos de iguana combine the best of Latin American street food with tender, flavorful iguana meat - the ultimate iguana tacos experience.
In Florida, iguana meat has found new life as a sustainable wild game ingredient. With green iguanas being an invasive species, harvesting them for food helps control populations while providing a lean, protein-rich meat source. Florida preparations often blend traditional techniques with modern American and Southern influences, creating innovative dishes that appeal to adventurous eaters.
Green iguanas were introduced to Florida in the 1960s and have since become an invasive species threatening native wildlife. In recent years, chefs and conservationists have promoted iguana as a sustainable food source, leading to a growing interest in iguana cuisine across the state.
Florida-style iguana works well with Southern cooking methods like frying, barbecuing, and smoking. The mild flavor pairs beautifully with classic Southern seasonings, hot sauces, and barbecue rubs.
Braising-style taco filling simmered in coconut milk with sweet mango.
