Frog Leg Congee
Frog Leg Congee is a savory rice porridge dish featuring tender frog leg meat simmered in a slow-cooked rice base. It typically includes ingredients like ginger, scallions, and sometimes herbs or preserved vegetables for flavor. The dish is a specialty in several Southern Chinese cuisines, particularly in regions like Guangdong and Fujian.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a high-protein, moderate-carb meal, with the frog legs providing lean protein and the rice base offering easily digestible carbohydrates. A typical serving provides a good balance of energy and nutrients, with a rough calorie estimate of 350-450 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Phosphorus | 310 mg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.2 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5 mcg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Zinc | 2.8 mg |
Per 1 bowl (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, frog legs are considered a delicacy in many parts of Southern China and Southeast Asia, often associated with fine dining or restorative meals. Nutritionally, frog meat is a lean source of protein, low in fat, and contains minerals like potassium and phosphorus.
