Fried White Ants

Description
This is usually served as an ndiwo, but can be eaten as a snack. Many volunteers compare it to popcorn.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup day-old white ants (these are large termites, in the winged stage)
 * 1/2 cup water
 * 2 Tbs. margarine
 * salt to taste

Directions

 * 1) Clean ants by removing wings and any foreign matter.
 * 2) Place insects in salted water and boil over high heat until water has evaporated.
 * 3) Reduce heat and add margarine.
 * 4) Cover and simmer for 3 minutes.
 * 5) Remove from heat and serve immediately.