Frogs Legs Recipe

Name: Frogs Legs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pairs of frogs legs; All purpose flour; Clarified butter; Salt, black pepper; 2 garlic cloves, finely smashed; 2 tablespoons parsley, roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried*; 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried*; 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, finely chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried*; 1/4 cup Calvados, heated; 1/4 cup dry white wine, plus 2 tablespoons; Large Granny Smith apple; 2 tablespoons sour cream; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons capers; *If dried herbs are used tie these in a muslin bag

Servings: persons

4 pairs of frogs legs
All purpose flour
Clarified butter
Salt, black pepper
2 garlic cloves, finely smashed
2 tablespoons parsley, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried*
1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried*
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, finely chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried*
1/4 cup Calvados, heated
1/4 cup dry white wine, plus 2 tablespoons
Large Granny Smith apple
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons capers
*If dried herbs are used tie these in a muslin bag

1
Separate frogs legs and dry thoroughly with a cloth.
2
Lightly flour.
3
Place some clarified butter in a frying pan on the heat and add the floured and seasoned frogs legs.
4
Fry gently.
5
Smother the frogs legs with the smashed garlic and turn the legs after 2 minutes.
6
Add the herbs in the pan and then pour over heated Calvados and set alight - give the pan a good shake and then add the dry white wine.
7
Reduce the heat - cover and allow to cook gently for 4 minutes.
8
Cut the apple in half - scoop out the center with a teaspoon leaving 1/4-inch of flesh around the outside.
9
Heat broiler unit to medium.
10
Place the apple under the broiler for 10 minutes.
11
Season the frogs legs with salt and pepper, add the sour cream, Worcestershire sauce and capers and then the 2 tablespoons of dry white wine.
12
Stir gently to combine.
13
Place the frogs legs on a heated serving dish - coat with a little of the sauce and serve the rest of the sauce in the broiled apple halves.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pairs of frogs legs, All purpose flour, Clarified butter, Salt, black pepper, and more.

Yes, Frogs Legs 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.

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Frogs Legs

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