Mopane:
Is
a weird South African food that is full of protein. Mopane are large
caterpillars that’s cooked with curry are described as a plainly delicious.
Mopane worms must be de-spined and then sun dried. They are plucked from trees
and brushes then the guts are squeezed out being it is boiled with ingredients
like garlic and tomatoes. Mopane Worms are eaten straight out the pot or pan.
People say that it tastes like chicken. Mopane Worm is eaten in South Africa,
Zimbabwe and Botswana.
Ostrich Omelet
Another
unusual delicacy is ostrich eggs. They can be weigh up to three pounds and is
the equivalent to a 24 chicken eggs. Ostrich Omelet is normally eaten with
families or friends and no one ever dares to eat it alone. Besides eating
ostrich omelet in South Africa the
Ostrich egg is also used to cure hangovers.
Termites
In
rural South Africa, termites are eaten as a main source of protein. They are
healthier than popcorn or crisps, after it is slow-roasted. Termites are also
placed in sandwiches.
Ox Tongue
The Ox Tongue on average weighs 1.3
kilograms. The tongue is sliced up and fried and then placed in a sandwich. It is used to make soup and stew.
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