Crispy Frog Legs with Herb Butter

Ingredients

• 8 frog legs 8 frog legs
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup (120g) breadcrumbs 1 cup (120g) breadcrumbs
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 18g, 1g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.8g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. 2.
   Rinse the frog legs under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
3. 3.
   Season the frog legs with salt and pepper.
4. 4.
   Dredge each frog leg in flour, then dip it in beaten eggs, and coat it with breadcrumbs.
5. 5.
   Place the coated frog legs on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. 6.
   In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, and lemon juice. Mix well.
7. 7.
   Serve the crispy frog legs with a dollop of herb butter on top.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Frog legs — Ensure that the frog legs are fresh and properly cleaned before cooking. If you're unable to find fresh frog legs, you can use frozen ones, but make sure to thaw them completely before using.
• Fresh herbs — Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. If you don't have access to fresh herbs, you can substitute with dried herbs, but reduce the quantity by half.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra crispy crust, you can double coat the frog legs by repeating the flour-egg-breadcrumb process.
• If you prefer a stronger garlic flavor, you can add an extra clove of minced garlic to the herb butter.
• Serve the frog legs immediately after baking to maintain their crispiness.
• If you're unable to find frog legs, you can substitute with chicken wings for a similar crispy dish.
• Experiment with different herbs in the herb butter, such as rosemary or basil, to customize the flavors to your liking.

Serving advice

Serve the Crispy Frog Legs with Herb Butter as a main course, accompanied by a fresh salad or roasted vegetables. Garnish with a sprig of fresh parsley for an elegant touch.

Presentation advice

Arrange the golden brown frog legs on a serving platter, drizzle the herb butter over them, and sprinkle some additional chopped herbs for a pop of color. Serve with a side of lemon wedges for squeezing over the frog legs.