The Guane Indians of Columbia have been eating this delicacy for centuries – slowly roasting the giant leaf cutting queens of this species when they emerge in the spring time from their nests. They are slowly cooked in clay pots over an open fire and later consumed as a rare treat.
Covered in the very best Belgian chocolate, these ants provide a slightly bitter sweet sensation and for the more adventurous diner, they provide an after dinner experience not generally experienced by the average household. Perhaps you don´t really care but they are said to be extremely nutritious and good for boosting your immune system because they are rich in formic acid. They are said to give you a mini energy boost. I don´t really care about the benefits to my immune system or the energy boosts but I can´t wait to give them a try. After all, who would dream of wasting good Belgian chocolate if they are not delicious and stunningly different?
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This post was written by editor on Sunday, September 21, 2008
