Frog Legs, Frozen 1kg

Frozen Frog Legs 1kg is a 1kg pack of frozen frog legs — one of the great delicacies of the French table, now available for confident home cooks. Each pair of legs is small and delicate. As a result, a 1kg pack provides a generous starter for four or a light main course for two to three people. Furthermore, frog legs have a flavour and texture far closer to chicken than to any seafood. In particular, their delicate sweetness makes them one of the most versatile and crowd-pleasing unusual ingredients available.

About Frog Legs — A French Classic

Frog legs are one of the great delicacies of French cuisine. They have been eaten across France, southern Europe and South-East Asia for centuries. In particular, they are celebrated in the Burgundy and Lyon regions of France as a dish of genuine refinement. However, they remain little known and rarely cooked in Britain. As a result, they represent one of the most interesting and rewarding ingredients for adventurous cooks looking beyond the familiar. Furthermore, frog legs taste nothing like most people expect. The flavour is delicate, clean and subtly sweet — far closer to chicken than to fish. Additionally, the texture is remarkably similar to chicken wing meat. In contrast to other unusual ingredients, frog legs are genuinely approachable. They cook quickly, pair with familiar flavours and impress every time.

The frog legs available from The Artisan Food Company are sourced from responsibly farmed frogs and supplied frozen for convenience and freshness. As a result, they are available year-round and defrost quickly before cooking. Furthermore, the freezing process preserves the delicate texture perfectly. In particular, frog legs benefit enormously from a simple preparation. A classic French preparation — sautéed in butter with garlic and flat-leaf parsley — is considered the finest way to serve them. However, they are also outstanding deep-fried in a light batter, or marinated in herbs and grilled. Moreover, the legs hold together well during cooking and are easy to eat by hand. Additionally, they make a spectacular and memorable starter for a dinner party.

How to Cook & Serve

To get the very best from Frozen Frog Legs 1kg:

• Defrost thoroughly and pat completely dry with kitchen paper before cooking — moisture is the enemy of a good sear.
• Season generously with sea salt and dredge lightly in seasoned flour for a classic French preparation.
• Sauté in a generous knob of butter over a medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden.
• Add crushed garlic and flat-leaf parsley for the final 30 seconds — this is the definitive grenouilles à la persillade.
• Alternatively, deep-fry in a light tempura or beer batter at 180°C for 2 to 3 minutes for a crisp, Japanese-inspired result.
• Furthermore, frog legs can be marinated in garlic, lemon and herbs and grilled for 3 to 4 minutes per side.

Perfect Pairings

Frozen Frog Legs 1kg pairs beautifully with:

• Crusty French baguette to mop up the garlic and parsley butter — the essential accompaniment
• A chilled Chablis, Muscadet or a light, dry Alsace Pinot Blanc alongside
• Lemon wedges, flat-leaf parsley and a simple green salad to keep the plate light and clean
• A classic garlic aioli or herb mayonnaise for dipping if serving as a sharing starter

Storage: Supplied frozen. Keep frozen until ready to use. To defrost, transfer to the fridge and allow 6 to 8 hours, or defrost under cold running water. Furthermore, pat completely dry with kitchen paper before cooking — excess moisture prevents browning. However, do not refreeze once defrosted. Use within 24 hours of defrosting.

However you prepare them, Frozen Frog Legs 1kg never fails to impress. Moreover, they are one of the simplest genuinely remarkable ingredients you can bring to the table.