Edible insects uses in South Korean gastronomy: "Korean edible insect laboratory" case study

Abstract

The aim of this chapter is to explain changes in South Korean gastronomy involving edible insects. This chapter begins by exploring the past use of edible insects in the Korean diet; identifying the reasons for their decreasing portion of Koreans' diets. Then, it investigates the current use of edible insects by using a case study from the Korean Edible Insect Laboratory (KEIL). Using this case study, this chapter highlights how to overcome consumer resistance and involve wider ranges of stakeholders in order to increase the sustainable edible insect food system. This chapter ends by projecting future changes in Korean gastronomy and the use of edible insects.