London - A horsemeat snack is being launched as a healthy, high protein alternative to a bag of crisps.
The snack is a form of biltong, which is normally made from beef, and has just 114 calories in a 50g pack.
Last year, millions of Britons were shocked to discover leading supermarkets and fast food outlets had been selling beefburgers that turned out to contain a high percentage of horse.
Subsequently some chefs, horse lovers and even Princess Anne suggested eating horse to promote the meat and improve animal welfare.
Made in Belgium, the biltong snack is being offered for sale by specialist retailer musclefood.com.
Director Darren Beale said: “Far too often when people are peckish they reach for something unhealthy such as a packet of crisps. We say they should reach for a bag of horse – it’s certainly the healthier option.” - Daily Mail