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Balut

Balut is a warm, ready-to-eat boiled duck embryo traditionally enjoyed straight from the shell.

15 minutes · Serves 3

Ingredients for Balut

  • 6 prepared balut duck eggs
  • Salt, to taste
  • Vinegar, for dipping

How to cook Balut

  1. 1.Place the prepared balut eggs in a saucepan and cover with water.
  2. 2.Bring the water to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then warm the eggs for 8 to 10 minutes.
  3. 3.Drain and serve the eggs hot with salt and vinegar on the side.
  4. 4.Crack the wider end of each shell, sip the broth if present, then peel and eat the egg.
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