Chefs turn bugs into tasty dishes
Why eat bugs
In 2013 the United Nations released a report.
Eating bugs could be good for the environment. It could help Earth keep its natural balance.
That is partly because of cattle farming. People are cutting down trees to make room for farms.
Farm animals release methane into the air. Methane is a greenhouse gas. Greenhouse gases trap heat in the air, causing Earth to warm up.
Tasty And Healthy
Today, 1 in every 3 people on Earth regularly enjoys insects, spiders and scorpions as food.
eating insects is like eating any other food. We're not used to seeing them on menus,
Insects are good for the body. They also have important vitamins and minerals. In total, they have about the same amount of protein as beans, meat or fish. Protein builds muscle and helps us feel full.
Popular Bugs For Kids
There are more than 2,000 kinds of these tiny creatures that we can eat.
Crickets are one. These little hoppers use far less water, feed and space than large cattle.
You can find cricket chocolate balls, chips, and more online and in stores.
Another tasty bug is the mealworm. It is a baby beetle.
When roasted or baked, they have a nutty flavor.
Black ants are the third choice. Yoon says they taste like a lemon hard candy.