SOME might call it gross, but exotic food lovers are quick to jump to the defence of deep-fried grasshopper which – believe it or not – is a traditional food that is a staple among farming households in Kelantan.
But mixed feelings persists, as evident in a recent video that is making waves on social media.
In the 59-second clip that is not for the faint-hearted, a woman can be seen pouring a sack of live grasshoppers into a large degchi pot.
Belalang goreng halal dimakan.
Anggaran protein adalah dalam 40%.
Di Malaysia ada jual di mana ya? pic.twitter.com/uKZKQyXD1e— Fitri, Ph.D in Fish Genetics (@drfitriyusof) October 22, 2024
The insects were then strained and transferred into another large pot where its wings were removed. Later, coated in batter, the grasshoppers were then deep-fried with keffir lime leaves.
Many netizens took to the comment section to reminisce about their own fond memories of the protein-fuelled snack:
Several netizens also expressed their keenness to try the snack, prompting several netizens to point them to several locations in the east coast state:
What do you think? Would you try a deep-fried ‘hopper today? – Oct 24, 2024
