Frog legs a la sauce piquante

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
8Frog legs,cleaned
½cupFlour,well-seasoned
¾cupVegetable shortening
2Garlic cloves,minced
1Onion,medium,thinly sliced
1canTomatoes(16oz)
Water
Salt
Cayenne pepper
1cupParsley,chopped
Green onion tops,chopped

Directions

1. Dredge frog legs in seasoned flour; tap off excess flour and reserve.

2. Heat shortening in large skillet; saute frog legs until well done. 3. With slotted spoon, remove legs; add reserved flour to skillet and cook, stirring, until golden.

4. Add garlic and onion; cook, stirring, until vegetables are soft. 5. Add tomatoes and stir until oil floats on top. 6. Add water to desired consistency and season lightly. 7. Add frog legs to sauce; simmer 10 minutes. 8. Add parsley and onion tops just before serving.