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One of the most popular edible insects are grasshoppers, consumed mainly in Oaxaca
The grasshoppers are the insects that are mostly consumed in Oaxaca, but this did not just appear, but has been part of the traditional food for many years.
The etymology of the word chapulín comes from Nahuatl, which in Spanish means: Insect that jumps like a rubber ball.
Eating them is a pre-Hispanic tradition that has been going on for more than a thousand years, which is why it has been considered part of the typical food of Oaxaca.
This little bug lives in the alfalfa fields, and they are collected with the help of a mesh tied to a piece of wood.
Grasshoppers are an exotic dish for visitors to Oaxaca, but just as common for locals.
Trying them is an explosion of flavors for your palate, where you experience the combination of crunch with garlic and lemon, one of its most common preparations.
It is a unique sensation, despite the fact that many consider it unpleasant in appearance, the truth is that you will be amazed when you try the grasshoppers from Oaxaca.
The markets offer it stewed in different ways: with chili and lemon, salty, with garlic or simply toasted, they are even usually the perfect ingredient for tlayudas, tacos and memelas.
Talking about chapulines in Oaxaca is not only about a traditional snack, or the perfect ingredient for a traditional appetizer, but we are talking about a bug with a high source of protein.
Eating grasshoppers could help combat malnutrition and obesity in our country, as it could be the perfect substitute for conventional meat.
PERFECT SIZE: Our Grasshoppers are medium to large in size, crisp, fresh, and well seasoned with Lemon, Garlic, and Sea Salt.
HIGH QUALITY PACKAGING: Double packed to guarantee a freshness and unique flavor, the first layer is a vacuum packed bag that does not allow oxygen to start an oxidation process in the grasshopper, the second layer is a resealable bag that will maintain the quality of the grasshopper even after open.
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ENJOY THEM IN A THOUSAND WAYS: Enjoy them in a taco, in your favorite guacamole, Corn in a Glass, Alone with salt, lemon and chili they are a delicacy, or accompany that beer, tequila or mezcal and make the peanuts on the side.
Its protein content is greater than that of meat and its content of harmful fats is almost null. The grasshoppers provide vitamins B1 and B12, which help us keep the digestive system and the nervous system healthy. They are easily digestible. They provide energy. The grasshoppers provide a greater amount of energy, even more than cereals such as wheat, so with a small amount you will be ready to start your day with everything. There is no longer an excuse not to dare to try them!