Balut - Philippines Street Food. Balut (Aka Balot) Is A Fertilized Developing Egg Embryo That Is Boiled And Eaten From The Shell. It Is Commonly Sold As Street Food In The Philippines. The Length Of Incubation Before The Egg Is Cooked Is A Matter Of Local Preference, But Generally Is Around 17 Days. The Contents Are Eaten Directly From The Shell. Balut Was Introduced To The Philippines By The Chinese And Has Been Included As A Traditional Part Of The Culture. The Taste Of Balut Is Similar To Chicken Soup.

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