Fried tarantulas became popular in Cambodia during the Khmer Rouge regime when people had a short food supply. Today, they are considered delicacies and can be found as street food. Fried tarantulas are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
It's fascinating how a food born out of necessity has become a delicacy! Fried tarantulas are definitely not your everyday snack, but they’ve become a unique part of Cambodian cuisine.
