Silkworm pupae, also known as Beondegi, is a famous Korean street food. Koreans believe that this dish contains a lot of nutrition, high quality protein, is low in fat and increases energy.
To prepare this dish, you need silkworm larvae that have been cleaned and then steamed, grilled or fried. The taste of Korean silkworm pupae is similar to pupae of Vietnam but may be difficult to eat for those who are not familiar with this type of food.
Silkworm pupae – Famous Korean street food.
In addition to steamed, boiled and stir-fried silkworm pupae… sold on the streets, canned silkworm pupae can also be found in grocery stores and convenience stores. Instant canned pupae are for those who don’t have time to cook or go out to buy fresh food.
Korean cuisine is rich and diverse. In addition to famous and popular dishes known to many tourists such as kimchi Kalbi Tteokbokki Kimbap Bibimbap Bulgogi…, Korea also has many “unique” dishes that make many visitors feel… fear.
In addition to silkworm pupae, many Koreans also like to eat live octopus, fermented rays, live crabs soaked in soy sauce, sea worms, pork sausage….
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