Adobong Balut Recipe

INGREDIENTS:

• 12 pieces balut(boiled fertilized duck egg)
• 1/2 head garlic, minced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 thumb-sized ginger, peeled and minced
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 bay leaves(laurel)
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon peppercorns
• salt and sugar to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes(optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

Part 1:

1. Remove balut shells then set aside. Reserve the broth.

Part 2:

1. In a pan, heat oil then saute ginger, garlic and onion.
2. Add balut and stir fry to a minute.
3. Add soy sauce, balut broth, water, bay leaf and peppercorns then bring to boil.
4. Add vinegar and simmer for a few minutes. Add water if necessary
5. Add chili flakes, salt and sugar according to taste then simmer for a minute.
6. Transfer to serving plate then serve with steamed rice. Enjoy!

Source: Gutom Na!

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