Just in time for this issue's Wildlife Diversity theme is this simple yet tasty recipe for fried frog legs. Often considered a dining delicacy in the South, the light meat is said to have a mild flavor like chicken, or perhaps the slight taste of fish. People sometimes compare them to chicken wings; it takes more than two frog legs to make a meal.
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Manuel Cruz
Ingredients
- 12 pairs of frog legs
- 6 Tbsps. paprika
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1-1/2 cups of flour
- 2 cups of milk
- Vegetable oil
Directions
- Wash frog legs under cold water.
- Soak frog legs in a mixture of milk, salt, and 3 tablespoons of paprika for 5 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil to 375 degrees.
- Season flour with 3 tablespoons paprika and dip frog legs in seasoned mix. Shake off excess flour.
- Fry legs for 3 to 5 minutes depending on the size of the legs. Turn the legs frequently to keep from burning.
Note: Paprika is optional as it doesn't affect the flavor. However, the meat takes on a more appealing golden-brown color as it fries.
- Capt. Tracy Daniel, Game Warden Supervisor (Ret.)
