How to make cicadas to eat
In recent years, as people's attention to insect food has increased, cicadas have gradually entered the public eye as a high-protein and low-fat ingredient. This article will combine popular topics and hot contents on the Internet for the past 10 days to introduce you in detail how to eat cicadas and provide structured data for reference.
1. Nutritional value of cicadas
Cicadas are rich in protein, minerals and vitamins and are a nutritious ingredient. Here is a comparison of the nutritional ingredients of cicadas with other common ingredients:
| Ingredients | Protein (g/100g) | Fat (g/100g) | Calcium (mg/100g) | Iron (mg/100g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cicada | 20-25 | 3-5 | 30-50 | 5-8 |
| beef | 26-28 | 15-20 | 10-15 | 2-3 |
| egg | 12-13 | 10-11 | 50-60 | 1-2 |
2. Cicada selection and processing
1.Purchase Tips: Choose cicadas with full body shape and complete shell to avoid buying individuals who have died or discolored.
2.How to deal with it:
- Put the live cicada in the refrigerator for 1 hour to put it into dormant state
- Rinse with clean water
- Optional removal of wings and legs
- Soak in salt water for 30 minutes to remove odor
3. Common ways to practice cicadas
| practice | Required materials | Cooking time | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fried Cicada | Cicada, cooking oil, salt, pepper | 10 minutes | Simple |
| Salt and pepper cicada pupa | Cicada pupa, pepper, chopped green onion, minced garlic | 15 minutes | medium |
| Cicada meat fried rice | Cicada meat, rice, eggs, vegetables | 20 minutes | medium |
| Cicada soup | Cicada, ginger slices, wolfberry, clear water | 40 minutes | Simple |
4. Detailed recipe: Fried Cicada
1.Food preparation:
- 20 fresh cicadas
- 500ml of edible oil
- Suitable amount of salt
- Appropriate amount of pepper
2.Production steps:
- Drain the treated cicadas
- Pour cooking oil into the pot and heat it to 180℃
- Add the cicadas and fry until golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes
- Remove and drain, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste
-Put it on a plate and serve
5. Precautions for consumption
1.Allergy risk: Those who eat insect food for the first time should try in small quantities to observe whether there is any allergic reaction.
2.Health and safety: Ensure that the food is sourced reliable and the processing process is kept clean.
3.Suitable for people:
| crowd | Suitable degree |
|---|---|
| Healthy Adults | recommend |
| Pregnant woman | cautious |
| child | A small amount |
| Allergic to patients | avoid |
6. Cultural background of cicada consumption
In China, the history of eating cicadas can be traced back to ancient times. In recent years, with the popularity of the concept of sustainable development, insect food has been highly praised for its low environmental impact properties. The following is the consumption of cicadas in some parts of the world:
| area | How to eat | Popularity |
|---|---|---|
| China | Fry, barbecue | More popular |
| Thailand | Cold and fried | Very popular |
| Mexico | Taco stuffing | Some areas |
| Africa | Dry grinding | Traditional food |
7. Conclusion
As an emerging and sustainable protein source, cicadas are not only nutritious but also cook varied. I hope that through the introduction of this article, more people can understand and try this unique ingredient. Please pay attention to your personal physical fitness and hygiene and safety when eating, and enjoy this gift from nature.
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