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"These little meats are not only a mainstream food source, they're also a more sustainable choice than other species of livestock, which can require a lot of land, water and feed," Borgerson said. "Embracing food diversity and incorporating insects and other traditional foods into our diets isn't only a great way to connect with our cultures and our natural environments, it's also a key step toward living sustainably."
"You can add them to any of your favorite dishes," she said. "They don't need peeling or extensive prepping, just pan fry them or parboil and toast them in the oven, and then use them like you would any of their crustacean relatives."
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