10 Countries Where Insects Are Consumed As Food

Zee Media Bureau
Nov 06, 2023

Thailand

Known for its flavorful insect dishes, such as fried grasshoppers and silkworm pupae.

Mexico

Utilizes insects like Chapulines (grasshoppers) in various traditional dishes.

Cambodia

Features deep-fried tarantulas and other insects as popular street food.

China

Often includes fried scorpions and a variety of insects in regional cuisines.

Ghana

Utilizes termites and grasshoppers in stews and soups, adding a protein-rich element.

Japan

Enjoys edible insects like hornets and silk moth pupae, especially in rural areas.

Australia

Emerging as a market for insect-based foods, offering a range of innovative products.

Vietnam

Utilizes insects like crickets and bamboo worms in various traditional dishes.

Colombia

Features ants and other insects as a source of protein in local cuisine.

Zimbabwe

Consumes mopane worms, a protein-rich caterpillar, often dried or fried.

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