#tapiyum

[crazonia]

Several types of bugs that can be found across the cosmos and are often used as food, kept as cattle, and occasionally kept as pets! They may have some sort of variation depending on the planet.

Coleo(s)

Common across many galaxies.

Many variations.

Can be cooked in various ways.

Basically the chicken of bug-eaters.

Plorm(s)

Common across many galaxies.

Slimy, thought to be pretty gross.

Actually very high in protein.

Tapiyum(s)

Common across many galaxies.

Large abdomen contains broken-down food.

Depending on what they eat, the flavour is different.

Used for flavouring

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Various dishes prepared with the bugs above

Plorm Ramen: Sliced plorm with noodles and veggies. The plorm soaks in the flavour of the broth.

Plorm and Tapiyum Curry: Diced plorm cooked in a curry made with Tapiyum seasoning. Tapiyum are raised to eat a variety of herbs and spices to really put a kick into the curry.

Deep-fried Coleo with Tapiyum Sauce: Coleo sliced into strips, coated in batter, and deep-fried. The sauce is made by feeding the tapiyum the desired ingredients, then served in a small bowl made from its abdomen.

Roasted Coleo: A coleo that’s had its shell completely removed, then marinated and slow-cooked so the meat is flavourful and tender. Often used in big family dinners.

Tapiyum , Coleo, and Vegetable Stew: Tapiyum is used for the flavouring while the coleo and veggies soak up the flavour. Root veggies similar to potatoes and carrots are often used in these kinds of stews.

[crazonia]

Ninon, what's your favorite things to do and what is your favorite food?

Ninon: “I love writing my poetry and stories when I get the chance. My favourite food? I quite enjoy vitron cake with glazed with sweet Tapiyum syrup!”

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Note: Tapiyums are an unrevealed species. It’s similar to that of a ghost ant.