Cooked Silkworm Larvae on sale at Wangfujing Street Food Night Market Beijing China - An example of the strange or weird food eaten by people

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Beondegi are a popular snack food in asian cuisine. Literally meaning "chrysalis" or "pupa" , Beondegi are steamed or boiled silkworm pupae which are seasoned and eaten as a snack. Beondegi are often served by street vendors, as well as in restaurants and drinking establishments. They are also sold in cans in grocery stores and convenience stores, but they must be boiled in water before serving. Beondegi is not always sold in the market and is usually sold in packets from street vendors, although it is possible to buy the live variant for personal preparation.

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