Fried spiders are a specialty snack in Cambodia.

Fried spiders are a popular snack in some areas of Cambodia. The large spiders are put in oil with spices and fried until crispy or marinated and fried. The fried spider's head and legs are said to be quite bland in flavor, with the large belly containing a thick layer of squid that some find unpleasant, while others consider it a delicacy. The spiders are either collected from the forest or planted specifically in holes to make them easier to cook with.