Fried Frog Legs
16 small or 8 large pairs frog legs
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup corn flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Lard or oil (for frying)
1 bunch parsley, washed and dried
2 lemons, quartered
Prepare legs by cutting off backbone (if any remains) with a pair of
poultry
shears. Cut legs in two where they join. If they are fresh, parboil 3
minutes in acidulated water (1 portion lemon juice to 4 portions water),
drain and pat dry, Soak for 1 hour in the buttermilk.
Mix flour with seasonings in a paper bag, add legs, and shake to coat
them. Heat lard or oil until hot but not smoking, 375 degrees F, and fry
legs a few at a time until golden brown, 2 or 3 minutes. Fry parsley about
1 minute, drain on paper towels, and serve with the frog legs and lemon
quarters.