Florida Grits and Blackened Gator

Ingredients (11)

• 1 pound Florida alligator meat, diced large
• 1 1/2 cups stone ground grits (not quick cook)
• 2 cups water
• 1-2 cups milk
• 6-8 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1-2 tablespoon blackening season (your favorite)
• 1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper (or more to taste)
• Oil for cooking
• Hot sauce (optional)
• Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste