Southern Style Swamp-Frog Recipe

This recipe showcases the best of Southern cooking, combining tender frog legs with a rich and tangy sauce made from Cajun spices and fresh herbs. Perfect for a special occasion or a unique twist on classic Southern cuisine, Swamp-Frog is sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 4 pairs of frog legs
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
• ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
• ¼ teaspoon dried basil
• ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a shallow dish, mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, dried basil, and dried parsley.
2. Dredge the frog legs in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add frog legs to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Remove frog legs from the skillet and set aside.
6. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
7. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
8. Stir in chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and lemon juice.
9. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
10. Return frog legs to the skillet and coat them in the sauce.
11. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the frog legs are cooked through.
12. Serve the Swamp-Frog hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

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