Dry Pot Frog
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Dry Pot Frog

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person 4 servings
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Dry Pot Frog

About This Recipe

Experience the bold and spicy flavors of this irresistible Stir-Fried Frog Legs with Peppers—a dish that combines tender frog legs with a fiery mix of dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and aromatic spices. Marinated in a savory blend of light soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cooking wine, the frog legs stay juicy and flavorful. Quick stir-frying locks in their delicate texture, while spicy fermented bean paste, fresh peppers, and fragrant garlic, ginger, and scallions create a mouthwatering depth of heat and umami. Perfect for adventurous eaters, this dish balances intense spice with rich, savory notes, making it a standout centerpiece for any meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an easy yet impressive way to enjoy a taste of Sichuan-inspired cuisine at home!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • frog legs 500g
The aromatics
  • green pepper 1 medium (200g)
  • red pepper 1 medium (200g)
  • scallion 3 stalks (50g)
  • red scallion 2 stalks (30g)
The sauce & seasonings
  • dried chili 10 pieces (10g)
  • ginger 2 tbsp (20g)
  • garlic 3 cloves (10g)
  • spicy fermented bean paste 2 tbsp (30g)
  • starch 1 tbsp
  • light soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • oyster sauce 1 tbsp
  • sugar ½ tsp
  • cooking wine 1 tbsp
  • cooking oil 3 tbsp

menu_book Directions

1
Step 1
Step 1
Wash the frog legs clean, and marinate them with appropriate amount of starch, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and cooking wine for 15-20 minutes;
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Step 2
Step 2
Cut the dried chili, green pepper, red pepper, scallion, red scallion, ginger, and garlic into suitable sizes;
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Step 3
Step 3
Heat the wok with oil, add the marinated frog legs and stir-fry until they are slightly discolored, then immediately scoop them out and set aside;
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Step 4
Step 4
Add a small amount of oil, and stir-fry the spicy fermented bean paste, dried chili, Sichuan peppercorn, scallion, red scallion, ginger, and garlic over low heat until fragrant;
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Step 5
Step 5
Pour in the previously stir-fried frog legs and green and red peppers, stir-fry evenly, and simmer for 1-2 minutes before serving.

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