Louisiana Frog Legs - Broiled Or Fried Recipe
Savor the taste of Louisiana with our tender frog legs, perfectly broiled or fried to a golden crisp, served with a side of zesty dipping sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Marinate the Frog Legs
In a large bowl, soak the frog legs in buttermilk for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator for best results.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Frog Legs
Remove the frog legs from the buttermilk, shaking off excess. Dredge them in the flour mixture until well coated.
- 4
Frying Method
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the coated frog legs for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- 5
Broiling Method (Alternative)
Preheat the broiler. Place the coated frog legs on a baking sheet and broil for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until crispy and cooked through.
- 6
Serve
Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the frog legs.

