Countries That Eat Bugs
Countries That Eat Bugs
Some people cringe at the sight of cockroaches, while others enjoy eating them as an appetizer. Here we are going to show to you some countries that consider bugs as nutritious food.
Mexico
In certain regions of the country, you can find ant eggs soaked in butter, chocolate- covered locusts and candy-covered worms. Worms even make their way into a popular type of Oaxacan alcohol called mezcal. If you find yourself at an authentic Mexican fiesta, you're likely to find some insects lurking on your dinner plate or in your glass. For some people this is disgusting but for some other it is delicious.
Brazil
October and November, is the time for winged queen ants, or içás, to descend on a small Brazilian town called Silveiras. Citizens collect the ants, remove their wings, and either fry them or dip them in chocolate.
Ghana
Bugs account for up to 60 percent of dietary protein in the rural African diet. For many people in Ghana, eating termites can be an important means of survival.
Thailand
Many bars in Thailand serve fried bugs alongside their libations. Crickets, grasshoppers and a variety of worms are all considered favorite snacks in this part of the world.
China
Larvae are big in this Asian country. You can sample roasted bee larvae or fried silkworm moth larvae both rich in copper, iron, riboflavin, thiamin and zinc.
The Netherlands
Some Dutch citizens are trying to bring bug-eating culture to their home country by making chocolate infused with ground mealworms. The Dutch are all about being culturally diverse and receptive to foreign influences, so eating insects is right up their alley.
The last but not the least, is our Colombia where Santanderans are used to eating the typical "Hormigas Culonas". They are salty served and are delicious.
By: Dina Reyes, Step 9.
