Chahuis

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 Chahuis and escamoles, being sold in the market of Tula, México.
Chahuis and escamoles, being sold in the market of Tula, México.

Chahuis or xamoes is the common name in Mexico for an edible insect, that feeds on the mesquite tree. Chahuis must be toasted well, otherwise they have a bitter flavor.

Spanish Wikipedia article on chahuis

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