Fried Frog Legs
Fried frog legs are a delicacy that combines a light, crispy coating with tender, flavorful meat. This Paleo American dish is perfect for a unique lunch experience, bringing a taste of the outdoors to your table.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
American
350 kcal
Ingredients
- Frog legs - 500 grams
- Almond flour - 1 cup
- Eggs - 2 large
- Coconut oil - 1/2 cup (for frying)
- Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Lemon wedges - for serving
Steps
- Rinse the frog legs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and set aside.
- In another bowl, combine the almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each frog leg into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the almond flour mixture until fully coated.
- In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully add the coated frog legs to the skillet in a single layer, frying for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Once cooked, transfer the frog legs to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Cholesterol: 180 mg
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
- Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb and Paleo diets.
Tags
AmericanPaleoLunch