Snacking on Cicadas Is Nutritious, Sustainable, and—Yes—Delicious

A “double brood” of cicadas is taking over much of the eastern half
of the U.S. They’re loud and abundant. Have you considered–eating
them? Chef Joseph Yoon, founder of Brooklyn Bugs, explains how to
harvest and feast upon this year’s “double brood” and the many
benefits of adding insects to our diet.   Related
Reading: – Periodical Cicadas Emerge Every 13 or 17 Years. How Do
They Keep Track of Time? – Can You Eat Cicadas? Can Your Dog Do
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