Q&A for How to Cook Grasshoppers

Yes, you eat the head as well.

Yes, but you have to wait for the toxin to degrade first. Southeastern Lubber Grasshoppers are toxic, but after 12 days the decomposing bacteria break down the poison and it's safe enough to ingest.

There are various websites available that are just waiting to ship you various sorts of dried bugs -- off the top of my head, I can think of edibleinsects.com, eatgrub.co.uk and next-food.net, etc.

Yes, some grasshoppers are toxic, even deadly; generally it's those whose bodies are brightly-colored. Never ingest an insect that you've not first properly identified.

The recipe works best if you catch your grasshoppers all by hand, However, the recipe will work for any type 'hopper, dried or fresh.

Yes, they are safe to eat, just make sure you cook them. Also, crickets are extraordinarily protein-rich, and you can collect them pretty much anywhere. Most types of grasshoppers and crickets are edible.

To prepare grasshoppers, first clean and dry them. Then, toss them lightly in olive oil and salt (you can add spices). Spread them in a single layer on a baking tray and roast at 180°C (350°F) for about 10–15 minutes, or until they are crispy.

You should apply most of the salt and olive oil before cooking, but you can sprinkle additional salt after roasting if needed for taste.