Stir-Fried Garlic Frog’s Legs Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 3
Description:
Frog legs are a delicacy known for their tender meat. This Stir-Fried Garlic Frog’s Legs recipe infuses traditional Chinese flavors with the succulent taste of frog legs, creating a dish that’s both exotic and delicious. For those who prefer, chicken meat can be substituted for the frog legs without sacrificing the rich flavors of this dish.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 200g | Frog legs (or chicken) |
| 30g | Garlic |
| 15g | Fresh basil |
| 3 slices | Ginger |
| 1 tbsp | Dark soy sauce |
| 4 tbsp | Oyster sauce |
| 1 tbsp | Rice wine |
| 1 tbsp | Light soy sauce |
| 1 tbsp | Sugar |
| 1/2 tbsp | Cornflour |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 177.9
- Fat: 9.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Cholesterol: 33.9mg
- Sodium: 680.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.1g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 1.3g
- Protein: 13.3g
Instructions:
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Marinate Frog Legs:
Marinate the frog legs (or chicken) with dark soy sauce. Set aside while preparing other ingredients. -
Prepare Ingredients:
Finely chop the garlic, slice the ginger, and wash the fresh basil leaves. -
Heat Oil:
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. -
Sauté Aromatics:
Add the chopped garlic and sliced ginger to the hot oil. Stir-fry until fragrant, releasing their aromatic flavors. -
Add Frog Legs:
Add the marinated frog legs (or chicken) to the pan. Stir-fry until they turn golden brown, ensuring they cook evenly. -
Incorporate Sauces and Spices:
Add in the fresh basil leaves, oyster sauce, rice wine, light soy sauce, and sugar to the pan. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. -
Thicken the Sauce:
Once the mixture starts to boil, prepare a cornflour solution by mixing cornflour with a little water. Add this solution to the pan to thicken the gravy. Stir continuously until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. -
Serve:
Remove the pan from heat and transfer the Stir-Fried Garlic Frog’s Legs to a serving dish. Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the tantalizing flavors of this Chinese-inspired dish!
This Stir-Fried Garlic Frog’s Legs recipe offers a delightful combination of tender meat and savory flavors, making it a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying meal. Whether you’re a fan of exotic cuisines or simply looking to explore new culinary adventures, this dish is sure to please your taste buds!
