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Inswa (Zambian Fried Flying Ants)

Inswa is a traditional Zambian delicacy made from fried flying ants. These nutritious and protein-rich insects are a seasonal delicacy and are enjoyed as a crunchy and flavorful snack.

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"Inswa (Zambian Fried Flying Ants)" from the Wikibooks Cookbook (https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Cookbook:Inswa_(Zambian_Fried_Flying_Ants), revision 4503446), by its contributors (https://en.wikibooks.org/w/index.php?title=Cookbook:Inswa_(Zambian_Fried_Flying_Ants)&action=history), licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/).

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Ingredients

Method

  1. In a frying pan or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the flying ants to the pan and fry them until they are crispy and lightly browned.
  3. Use tongs or a spatula to stir and flip the flying ants to ensure they are evenly cooked.
  4. Once the flying ants are crispy and golden, remove them from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess oil.
  5. Season the fried flying ants with salt to taste. For extra flavor, you can sprinkle some ground paprika over them.
  6. Serve as a unique and crunchy snack, and enjoy them with your favorite beverage.