Frog Legs Sauce Piquante Recipe

Name: Frog Legs Sauce Piquante
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 12 frog legs (about 1 pound); 1 tablespoon flour; 1 cup chopped onions; 2 tablespoons chopped green bell peppers; 2 tablespoons chopped red bell peppers; 1/4 cup chopped celery; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf thyme; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 3 cups chopped tomatoes, peeled and seeded; 1 teaspoon Tabasco; Juice of one lemon; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; 2 cups steamed rice, hot; 2 tablespoons chopped green onions; 2 tablespoons brunoise red peppers; 2 tablespoons brunoise yellow peppers

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
12 frog legs (about 1 pound)
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup chopped onions
2 tablespoons chopped green bell peppers
2 tablespoons chopped red bell peppers
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried leaf thyme
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 cups chopped tomatoes, peeled and seeded
1 teaspoon Tabasco
Juice of one lemon
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 cups steamed rice, hot
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
2 tablespoons brunoise red peppers
2 tablespoons brunoise yellow peppers

1
In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil.
2
When the pan is smoking hot, add the frog legs and brown lightly on both sides, about 2 to 3 minutes.
3
Remove the frog legs.
4
Add the flour to the oil.
5
Stir for 2 to 3 minutes to make a light brown roux.
6
Add the onions, peppers, celery, salt and cayenne.
7
Saute the vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes or until wilted.
8
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
9
Add the tomatoes and Tabasco.
10
When the mixture comes up to a boil, reduce to a simmer.
11
Simmer for 25 to 30 minutes.
12
Lay the frog legs in the sauce and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, basting with the sauce.
13
Squeeze in the lemon juice and add the parsley.
14
Spoon the mixture over steamed rice.
15
Garnish with the green onions and peppers.

460

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 12 frog legs (about 1 pound), 1 tablespoon flour, 1 cup chopped onions, and more.

Yes, Frog Legs Sauce Piquante falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Frog Legs Sauce Piquante

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Variations & substitutions

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