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Sauteed June Bugs

Sauteed June Bugs

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    lechef's Notes: Those of you who know me well knew that this post was going to happen at some point. It's June on Cape Cod, which means one thing: june bugs. Big, noisy, and attracted to light at night...

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Makes As many june bugs as you can catch

12 Fresh live june bugs Ask a question about this ingredient

1 tablespoon Olive OIl Ask a question about this ingredient

1/2 teaspoon Salt Ask a question about this ingredient

1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder Ask a question about this ingredient

  1. Add the olive oil to a skillet heat until shimmering. Toss in the june bugs and saute for about 5 minutes, until crunchy. Sprinkle with salt and chili powder, and serve immediately.

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6 Comments on Sauteed June Bugs

Me_by_barbara_tyroler Reply

Okey dokey. How about those Japanese beetles? Could this be the way to save the roses?

Copy_of_me Reply

YIKES! I can barely look at this, but of course, that’s a matter of taste, isn’t it?

Mrs Reply

I've eaten some weird things, but I don't think I can ever eat a bug. On purpose. Yes, definitely need the floss handy.

036 Reply

It seems like the little leggys would get stuck in your teeth.

Meat_helmet Reply

Haha, you'd have to catch a LOT of them!

Dscn0826 Reply

Can you substitute lightning bugs? LOL

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