Can you tell me how to make Escamoles?
user
Escamoles are a traditional Mexican delicacy made from the ant larvae that are found in the roots of the agave or maguey plant. Here's a recipe to make escamoles:

Ingredients:

*    1 cup of escamoles
*    1/2 onion, finely chopped
*    2 cloves of garlic, minced
*    2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
*    Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1.    Clean the escamoles by removing any dirt or debris.
2.    Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
3.    Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pan and cook until the onion is translucent.
4.    Add the escamoles to the pan and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.    Season with salt and pepper to taste.  Optionally, some like to add epazote, a traditional Mexican herb that has a strong flavor commonly used to season beans or soups.
6.    Serve the escamoles as a taco filling or as a side dish.
assistant
How can you tell if the onion is "translucent"?
user
You can tell if the onion is translucent by looking at its color and texture. Translucent means that some light can pass through the onion, making it look less opaque and more glassy. When you cook the onion, it will start to soften and lose its sharpness as the cell walls break down. The onion will change from white or yellow to a pale or clear color.
assistant