In some countries, consume insects, or the so-called 'entomophagy' This is an activity that is common, you know. In fact, according to research by consuming insects are healthy. the insects are a sustainable alternative protein source with great nutritional benefits. This sensation can also travelers get when they stopped into the area of Gunung Kidul, Yogyakarta.
Walang or grasshoppers is one type of insect that is often an enemy of farmers. Its often feed on the leaves and can damage farmers' crops. For those who have ever lived his childhood in Gunung Kidul area may be familiar with these insects. In fact, the grasshoppers could also consume grilled or fried. Yes, to some rural areas in Java, they consume insects like this, even become everyone's favorite snack.
Gunung Kidul is one of the famous districts in Yogyakarta nature and society are still natural. Culture and customs of the community in Gunung Kidul also still hold traditional values. And one of the traditional foods that still survive there are crispy Fried Walang. Scientifically, grasshoppers also includes one of the foods that contain high protein. Walang dry fry containing protein 60%, while about 40%. The grasshoppers obtained from the estate residents and has been hygienically prepared to guarantee health. Hind legs (cuthang), wings, and offal have also been disposed of so that you enjoy steady and without fear exposed bitter thorn in his foot or offal. Its size also we deliberately select the big ones, because of its large size more enjoyable to eat.
