The sense of cocoon

The term chrysalis may already be familiar to the general public. Most probably only recognize a cocoon as a part of the diversity of fauna in the wild life. Of ciurse, this is also often discussed in biology lessons we’re learned since we sat in Elementary School. Beyond that, there are some areas that have slightly different views on the cocoon, people in these areas have long been utilizing pupae as food that not only make full, but also has a different taste. Type of pupae which are often ate, and the most popular is derived from teak caterpillar. Pupa is often referred to as “Inthung” by surrounding resident, but there is also called “Ungker”.


If the season had arrived when the hardwood leaves have started to run out, then the people will flock to the nearby teak forest to looking for the cocoon. Several times I’ve also been involved in the teak forest. It’s nice when taken one by one cocoon that is usually hiden behind a dry teak leaf or in the soil. It takes a little patience and quaite tiring having squat and move around at the same time.

The cocoon can by partially eaten by their self, but many were sold to collectors which will be marketed to some areas. This cocoon prices varied, if not at the peak of its season around Rp. 10.000 a glass, but if the peak season around Rp. 3.000 a glass.

Today, the number of cocoons are not as much as before, despite being in peak season. Sometimes, if you want to get this cocoon should buy directly from the collectors in the forest. According to the society, this is because of the teak forest has been greatly reduced. So that, their results can also be very little and sometimes just enough to eat his own dishes.
Type of cuisine prepares from cocoons can vary, but usually used as a stir-fry or vegetable. Some people also serve food as a snack. However, some people are allergic after eating it in large quantities can cause hives or skin become reddish.

As with the other pupae, the worm pupae hide behind the cocoon, which is a kind of protector made from the fibers and usually white. Leather teak cocoons and edged brown. The inside is white and soft. Not infrequently also the collectors got unfinished cocoon, which is half the body is still shaped caterpillar and cocoon-shaped half his body again.

Sense of cocoon is typical. When cooked it smells fragrant, if eaten skin brown and edged a bit harsh. The interior is white, maybe it's closer to a sense of egg white, soft and tasty.

Some people have a way to save a cocoon, so that they can enjoy these foods if the seasons had passed. One method often used is by drying. Pupa must first be soaked in hot water before drying, otherwise the pupae can be transformed into a butterfly.