Ingredients:
- 4 Giant Toronto Waterbugs (Megalethocerus torontensis)
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Clean the Giant Toronto Waterbugs by removing any impurities and rinsing them thoroughly under cold water.
- Pat them dry with paper towels.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter:
- In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Preheat the Grill:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Waterbugs:
- Brush the Giant Toronto Waterbugs generously with the garlic butter mixture.
- Place the waterbugs on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the shells turn a vibrant orange color and the flesh is firm and opaque. Brush occasionally with more garlic butter as they cook.
- Serve:
- Remove the grilled waterbugs from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the grilled waterbugs.
- Enjoy:
- Crack open the shells and enjoy the slightly fishy, shrimp-like flesh with the rich garlic butter flavor. Serve with your favorite sides, such as a fresh salad or grilled vegetables.
This recipe highlights the unique taste of the Giant Toronto Waterbug
Scientific Classification: • Kingdom: Animalia • Phylum: Arthropoda • Class: Insecta • Order: Hemiptera • Family: Belostomatidae • Genus: Megalethocerus • Species: Megalethocerus torontensis Description:The Giant Toronto Waterbug, scientifically named Megalethocerus torontensis, is an impressive insect resembling the giant waterbug (Lethocerus americanus), but significantly larger, reaching the size of a medium-sized dog. These formidable insects primarily inhabit areas near fresh... More, complemented by the savory garlic butter, making it a delightful and adventurous dish for any culinary enthusiast.
