Can you eat agave raw? The dangers and delicious, safe preparations
                                
                                
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                                While it is the source of popular sweeteners and tequila, the fresh sap of the agave plant is highly irritating and toxic to humans. Therefore, the simple answer to 'Can you eat agave raw?' is generally no, especially not the raw sap or leaves without proper preparation.