Yangbi Jiajia Insect

Yangbi Jiajia Insect

　　Yangbi Jiajia Insects are generally produced from September to December under stones on the sandy beaches along rivers such as the Yangbi River. They are a type of insect with a hard mouth resembling a tiger’s trap, hence the name “Jiajia Insect” (literally "Clamp Insect"). Once fried in oil, they can be eaten, taste delicious, and are rich in high-protein nutrition. Method for making Yangbi Jiajia Insects: I. Ingredients: Jiajia Insects, eggs, tsao-ko powder, sesame oil, salt; II. Key preparation steps: (1) Blanch the Jiajia Insects in boiling water, then remove the head and skin, pinch off the tail, and extract the intestines; (2) Beat the egg yolks and whites together; (3) Mix the prepared Jiajia Insects with the eggs, tsao-ko powder, and salt; (4) Fry the mixed Jiajia Insects one by one in hot oil until cooked, then they are ready to eat.