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Singapore Embraces Edible Insects in Culinary Push for Food Security

Kaia by Kaia
30/07/2024
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Singapore Embraces Insects as Food: 16 Species Approved for Consumption
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SINGAPORE, July 30 (Reuters) — At House of Seafood, a renowned restaurant in Singapore, diners are discovering a new culinary trend: dishes adorned with crunchy crickets. The establishment has made headlines as the first in the city-state to feature insects on its menu, following recent approvals by Singapore’s stringent food authorities.

In a groundbreaking move, Singapore’s food regulatory body has greenlit the consumption of 16 insect species, including crickets, grasshoppers, grubs, and mealworms, after a rigorous two-year evaluation process. This decision marks a significant shift for the affluent city known for its rigorous food safety standards and strict import regulations.

House of Seafood’s Chief Executive, Francis Ng, highlighted the popularity of these novel dishes, noting that patrons are particularly intrigued by the presentation. For instance, one dish features tofu designed to look as though insects are crawling out of it, while another showcases glutinous rice balls embedded with silkworms.

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“Customers enjoy the dramatic presentation,” Ng remarked. “They love to capture these unique dishes on social media.” He added that his restaurant has been inundated with requests for tastings, prompting the development of a menu with 30 insect-based dishes. Although the dishes are currently available as free samples, the restaurant awaits final approval for commercial sales.

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Singapore’s commitment to food security is reflected in its 2019 goal to produce 30% of its nutritional needs domestically by 2030. Currently, the city-state relies heavily on food imports, which account for 90% of its supply. Paul Teng, a food security expert from Nanyang Technological University’s S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, suggests that insect consumption could be pivotal in achieving this goal, provided that the public overcomes initial hesitations.

“Insects are rich in protein,” Teng noted. “However, local production is essential to make this alternative protein source affordable.” He emphasized the need for consumer preparation and acceptance, acknowledging his own comfort with eating insects.

The United Nations has endorsed insects as a sustainable protein source, given the projected global population of 9.7 billion by 2050 and the rising challenges of food security due to climate change and geopolitical conflicts. In Singapore, the approved insects must be farmed in controlled environments, avoiding contamination from manure or decaying food.

The Food and Agriculture Organization has been advocating for insect farming both for human consumption and as animal feed. Despite growing local interest, the high cost of insect imports remains a significant barrier. Ng noted that insects currently represent 10% of his restaurant’s costs, with prices surpassing those of conventional ingredients like eggs.

Whether insects will become a staple in the Singaporean diet remains to be seen, as interest in alternative proteins like plant-based meats has sometimes waned. Nevertheless, some diners are eager to incorporate bugs into their meals. Bregria Sim, a 23-year-old logistics executive, expressed willingness to pay approximately S$40 ($30) for the novelty of insect dishes, citing their high protein content as a compelling factor.

As Singapore embarks on this culinary innovation, the future of edible insects in the local food scene remains uncertain, but the initial response suggests a promising start.

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Kaia Green is a staff writer for WhatFoodrecipes, where she covers everything from holidays to food. She is a graduate of Syracuse University, where she received a B.A. in magazine journalism. She has taste-tasted hundreds of products and recipes since joining WhatFoodrecipes in 2023 (tough job!), she considers the kitchen to be her happiest place. When she’s not at the supermarket or trying out a new recipe, you can find her at the beach, in her backyard or on the couch — typically with a glass of wine in hand.

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