Beondegi is another one of those tasty insect dishes. It is a popular dish in South Korea sold by street vendors. It is made from silkworm pupae and is prepared by boiling or steaming it and adding seasonings. It is supposed to taste like wood so if you wondered what wood tastes like just try Beondegi. It can also be found in grocery stores and convenience stores. Korean people must really love Beondegi.
Like many other similar dishes, it rose to prominence in times when there was a need for cheap and nutritious food. It is widespread in Korea and is served in restaurants as a side dish. Despite its unusual appearance, it might appeal to some people who are adventurous and want to try the local delicacies and the taste of wood. Who are we to judge, right?
Over the years, weve seen so many food trends come and go, such as ramen burgers, matcha, and spiked ice-cream. Nowadays, were seeing another trend making waves in the food industry. How many times today have you seen an Instagram photo of a scoop of black ice cream, or a cup of black yogurt, or hamburgers with black buns? Indeed, the charcoal trend has taken the world by storm.
So, what gives your latte that deep black shade? Activated charcoal, or coconut ash, is produced by heating coconut shells to insanely high temperatures until theyre burnt to a crisp. The ashes are then increased in size by steaming at high temperatures. Through this process, the ashes become a strong detoxifier, mostly because they become extra absorbent. This product may be purchased in pill form, and promises to alleviate hangovers, minimize the effects of food poisoning, and fight the visible signs of aging.
Activated charcoal is said to boost ones energy as a result of decreasing toxins in the body. However, no evidence proves that detoxifying can lead to increased energy. Also, while it can help cure a hangover, it doesnt necessarily remove alcohol from your blood. It is also said to aid in debloating your stomach because it cleanses your colon but again, this all anecdotal and isnt supported by scientific evidence as of yet. All we can say for sure is that it is a proven detoxifier.