Grilled Frog Skewers with Tamarind Glaze

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

Juicy frog meat marinated and grilled on skewers, brushed with a tangy tamarind glaze for a smoky and slightly sweet Cambodian street food delight. This cambodian-inspired bbq & smoked ready in about 52 minutes pairs frog meat chunks, tamarind paste, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 400 g frog meat chunks
• 2 tbsp tamarind paste
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 8 skewers wooden skewers
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper to make the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 400 g frog meat chunks to the marinade and toss thoroughly to coat. Marinate in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
3. Step 3: Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning. Thread marinated frog meat pieces evenly onto each skewer.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, basting occasionally with leftover marinade, until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving warm as an appetizer or snack.