Batter Fried Frog's Legs

Ingredients

• 8 frog's legs
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 1 cup lukewarm water
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil or shortening, for frying

Directions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the lukewarm water and allow to stand for 3 or 4 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the flour, salt and pepper and beat until thoroughly blended.

3. 3

   Let the batter stand at room temperature for about 1 1/2 hours.

4. 4

   Wash the frog legs well in cold water, then use a sharp knife to peel the skin from the legs (it should strip off easily, like a glove).

5. 5

   Place the skinned legs in a medium saucepan, pour enough boiling water into the pan to cover the legs, then drain at once and pat dry with paper towels.

6. 6

   In a large, heavy skillet, heat the shortening or oil over medium high heat until hot but not smoking.

7. 7

   Dip the frog legs in the batter, turning to coat well, and fry until golden bown and cooked through, about 4 to 6 minutes.

8. 8

   Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.