VIRAL: The mosquito burger that took over the web beginning of the year
A mozzie meat moment taking centre stage...
In Mzansi, we often get bitten by mosquitoes, but we never have the opportunity to return the favour... or in this case, flavour.
Recently, mosquito burgers have been seeing major hype online with videos trending on every platform.
Watch the production of this tantalising treat below:
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Did you know that it takes 500,000 mozzies to make one of the patties?
One user says: "But why would you even eat it, it literally could have people's blood in it!"
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According to Reddit, the 'mosquito burgers' are a great delicacy and very rich in protein - even more so than ground beef. For those who cannot afford to eat meat, this alternative source of protein is welcomed.
Allegedly, the protein found in these burger patties is seven times more than beef patties.
Little is known about the health implications surrounding eating this delicacy. Although one Reddit user gaz7527 claims to have tasted mozzie burgers over two years ago. While they admit the bugs are incredibly annoying during the high season, the resulting food can only be characterised as "underwhelming."
“I actually ate these in Mozambique when I worked on a farm - they were pretty much tasteless.”
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