It is a delicacy in Thailand and they consider it to be a snack food. Jing Leed is a cricket which is usually fried and seasoned with Thai sauces and spices. They are 1.25" - 1.5" long and eaten fried. The grasshoppers look like a good snack, just put ketchup on it and you're good to go. Beware, once you bite into it, a type of juice squirts from the cricket. It is also an excellent source of protein if you're into bodybuilding.
It is one of the street foods which can be bought in the streets of Thailand. So for whatever reason you're in Thailand and want to try the local delicacies, Jing Leed is the food you are looking for. A spicy and crispy delight that will remind you of the exotic parts of the world.
Over the years, weve seen so many food trends come and go, such as ramen burgers, matcha, and spiked ice-cream. Nowadays, were seeing another trend making waves in the food industry. How many times today have you seen an Instagram photo of a scoop of black ice cream, or a cup of black yogurt, or hamburgers with black buns? Indeed, the charcoal trend has taken the world by storm.
So, what gives your latte that deep black shade? Activated charcoal, or coconut ash, is produced by heating coconut shells to insanely high temperatures until theyre burnt to a crisp. The ashes are then increased in size by steaming at high temperatures. Through this process, the ashes become a strong detoxifier, mostly because they become extra absorbent. This product may be purchased in pill form, and promises to alleviate hangovers, minimize the effects of food poisoning, and fight the visible signs of aging.
Activated charcoal is said to boost ones energy as a result of decreasing toxins in the body. However, no evidence proves that detoxifying can lead to increased energy. Also, while it can help cure a hangover, it doesnt necessarily remove alcohol from your blood. It is also said to aid in debloating your stomach because it cleanses your colon but again, this all anecdotal and isnt supported by scientific evidence as of yet. All we can say for sure is that it is a proven detoxifier.