How To Make Salsa De Chicatanas: An Ant Delicacy Harvested Only Once a Year

One of our favorite ways to use Chicatana ants (hormigas Chicatanas) is to grind them into a smoky, super-savory salsa using a molcajete. The result is something you'd never expect from an insect, almost like a cross between truffle, brown butter, and a washed-rind cheese. Enjoy this delicacy on chips or fresh tortillas, as a filling for tamales, or a delicious addition to tacos.
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[@lizduerholt4033]

This is so awesome! When I lived in Malawi, flying ants like this arrived at the start of the rainy season. Fried on a dry pan with salt, they tasted fatty, like charred crispy fat on a grilled steak and notes of aged cheese, too. Getting some of these to try. Love this.

[@brianphillips1864]

Ants may be intimidating but you made it pretty appealing. Well done,

[@giovannigaviria9031]

ants are usually the ones eating me... revenge has probably never tasted this good

[@Masienda]

Love this ... that should be their new tagline!

[@jgjones28]

I had these in a salad at a restaurant in Oaxaca in December. Absolutely was floored by the flavor!

[@Masienda]

We are happy to be able to share these delicacies seasonally!

[@ZionnaFROGGY123]

I want to try it 🔥🔥🔥🔥😋

[@onogen8778]

Spectacular!

[@Masienda]

Thank you for watching and hope you get to try it!

[@kylhaselbauer7630]

YES

[@DrMarioKart]

Just put in my order with you. Next year's Austin Hot Sauce festival gonna be lit.

[@Masienda]

thanks for the order and for watching! Such a one of a kind flavor... let us know how it turns out.

[@bernie-be]

I know u fkiing living lol. ( me being extremely surprised by this video )

[@azuredivina]

i want it. 😤

[@Masienda]

You can have it! Get your Chicatanas here masienda.com/products/chicatana-ants
And the recipe here masienda.com/blogs/learn/chicatana-salsa-recipe

[@arlechino2]

Thanks, I don't eat bugs.

[@squiremuldoon5462]

Half of a Serrano pepper ? Lame.