Hachinoko are edible bee larvae, considered a traditional, nutrient-rich delicacy in Japan, particularly within the mountainous regions of Nagano and Gifu. Bee larvae are first raised on royal jelly, then honey and pollen, making them extremely nutritious and hygienic. Their amino acid content is particularly noteworthy, as they contain all eight essential amino acids that cannot be synthesized by the human body. They are also packed with nutrients necessary for life, such as vitamins, protein, zinc, and selenium. They have a soft, creamy, and sometimes slightly crunchy texture with a sweet, savory, and occasionally smoky taste and are commonly served simmered in soy sauce and sugar or mixed into rice. They're a delicious dish that evokes the flavors of the countryside and mother's cooking.
7oz / 200g
Hachinoko are edible bee larvae, considered a traditional, nutrient-rich delicacy in Japan, particularly within the mountainous regions of Nagano and Gifu. Bee larvae are first raised on royal jelly, then honey and pollen, making them extremely nutritious and hygienic. Their amino acid content is particularly noteworthy, as they contain all eight essential amino acids that cannot be synthesized by the human body. They are also packed with nutrients necessary for life, such as vitamins, protein, zinc, and selenium. They have a soft, creamy, and sometimes slightly crunchy texture with a sweet, savory, and occasionally smoky taste and are commonly served simmered in soy sauce and sugar or mixed into rice. They're a delicious dish that evokes the flavors of the countryside and mother's cooking.
7oz / 200g
