Balut, a boiled duck egg with a small embryo inside, is a delicacy enjoyed all across Philippines. Though eating balut has gained global stature as extreme gastronomy, the average Filipino considers it a delicious treat. Unlike other street foods, balut is always safe as it is always sold piping hot and sealed (unopened). Nutritious and flavorful, it is a staple for people working late in the night or coming home in the wee hours of the morning.
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