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liuzhou

liuzhou

2 hours ago, KennethT said:

So, if used sparingly, how long will a pound of ants last?  Are they kept live?

 

First up, they are dead. They are packed in a jar containing water into which some of the formic acid has leached giving a vinegary, but not unpleasant taste.

 

The suppliers suggest between 15 to 30 ants per dish, but don't say how large a dish. I'm guessing a family style dish, so this 15 to 30 could be eaten by maybe four people. Typical vague Chinese instructions. They do suggest 5 grams is adequate for one cup of ant and honey tea.

 

I think they are sold more for making into home made tonic wine, where they are used in higher quantities. I won't be going that route.

 

So, I reckon they'll last me the rest of my life. I haven't used them yet but will experiment and post my own recommendations soon.

 

liuzhou

liuzhou

2 hours ago, KennethT said:

So, if used sparingly, how long will a pound of ants last?  Are they kept live?

 

First up, they are dead. They are packed in a jar containing water into which some of the formic acid has leached giving a vinegary, but not unpleasant taste.

 

The suppliers suggest between 15 to 30 ants per dish, but don't say how many servings of a dish. I'm guessing a family style dish, so this 15 to 30 could be eaten by mabye four people. Typical vague Chinese instructions. They do suggest 5 grams is adequate for one cup of ant and honey tea.

 

I think they are sold more for making into home made tonic wine, where they are used in higher quantities. I won't be going that route.

 

So, I reckon they'll last me the rest of my life. I haven't used them yet but will experiment and post my own recommendations soon.

 

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