Balut sa Puti - Exotic Pinoy Food

Pateros, Metro Manila

Thursday, June 2, 2001

In every part of the Philippines, there are what we called regional or local delicacies or sometimes we also call it as exotic food.

Pateros being the sole municipality in National Capital Region is no exception. The small town is notable for its duck-raising industry and for producing fertilized duck eggs known as balut. It is proudly known as the "Capital of Balut Industry in the Philippines". 

Balut sa Puti is one of the most distinguished exotic food in the Philippines. A delicacy that is fertilized boiled duck embryo. This is usually served as warm and fresh in common streets in the country or you can hear some vendor roaming around and shouting to sell 'balut' in the middle of the night. 

Is eating Balut healthy?

Indeed, eating balut exotic food is good for everyone's health.

Here are some reasons why:

1. A source of protein
2. Energy booster
3. Supports the immune system
4. Contains iron and calcium

So, what are you waiting for? You must try this authentic balut once you visit the small town of Pateros. However, you can find balut in many parts of streets in the Philippines.

More than that, you can also mix balut or try the other kind of cook in balut. Like Adobong Balut, Sizzling Balut, Pickled Balut, Balut Sopas, Balut Spring Roll, etc. 

Honest review, balut is delicious especially if it is still warm and fresh together with vinegar and salt. The soup of it is good for sipping. You just need to avoid the small white rock to be eaten. 

Try this unique culinary tourism product Balut now and recommend it to your friends!