Description
Pickled Frog Balls are a bold and tangy appetizer perfect for adventurous foodies. This unique snack combines tender frog balls with a zesty pickling brine infused with savory spices and fresh herbs, delivering a memorable flavor experience that’s great for quirky dinner parties and conversation starters.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Fresh frog balls (cleaned and prepared)
- Vinegar (quantity depends on jar size, typically 1 cup)
- Water (to dilute the vinegar, typically 1 cup)
- Sugar (about 1 tablespoon to balance acidity)
- Salt (about 1 teaspoon for flavor and preservation)
Pickling Spices & Flavorings
- Mustard seeds (1 teaspoon)
- Peppercorns (1 teaspoon)
- Bay leaves (2 leaves)
- Garlic cloves (2-3, whole or smashed)
- Fresh herbs (optional, such as dill or thyme, a few sprigs)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preparing the Frog Balls – Start by thoroughly cleaning the frog balls under cold water. Pat them dry and set aside. Proper preparation ensures the final texture is firm yet tender.
- Step 2: Making the Pickling Brine – Combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil while stirring to dissolve the sugar and salt completely. Once boiling, add the pickling spices (mustard seeds, peppercorns, bay leaves) and garlic cloves, then simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Step 3: Packing the Jars – Place the prepared frog balls neatly into sterilized glass jars, layering in fresh herbs if desired. Pour the hot pickling brine over the frog balls until fully submerged.
- Step 4: Sealing and Cooling – Seal the jars tightly and allow them to cool at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate the Pickled Frog Balls for at least 48 hours to develop the right tang and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh frog balls and herbs make a world of difference in flavor and texture.
- Sterilize jars properly: Ensures longer shelf life and prevents spoilage.
- Don’t rush the pickling: Let the frog balls marinate for at least two days before eating for best results.
- Adjust spices to taste: Tweak peppercorns and mustard seeds to emphasize warmth or sharpness.
- Keep refrigerated: Pickled Frog Balls should be stored in the fridge for safety and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: Fusion / Exotic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (about 28g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg