Handling quail needs an experienced team and on slaughter days we have four trained staff who come in around 6am. Some Filipinos believe the dish is an aphrodisiac, though this isn’t scientifically proven yet. Looking past Balut

Davidson, Alan (1999). "Balut". Oxford Companion to Food. Oxford University Press. pp. 53. ISBN 0192115790. a b "Enhancing the value of eggs: How to make balut and century eggs". www.fftc.agnet.org . Retrieved August 15, 2016. Calderon, J. (2014). "Balut: The Filipino delicacy that makes the world squirm". CNN . Retrieved March 24, 2016. In some settings, balut has been served as a sensual dish, usually paired with alcohol. The shared experience of eating this unique and exotic delicacy is thought to create a bond between you and your dining partner, possibly enhancing feelings of intimacy. It is important to note, however, that such experiences are subjective and may vary from person to person.

Benefits of Balut: Protein, Cholesterol & Aphrodisiac?

But while Fayre Game prides itself on producing quail meat and eggs from UK bred and reared birds, it doesn’t mean there isn’t any competition. Magat, Margaret (November 2019). Balut: Fertilized Eggs and the Making of Culinary Capital in the Filipino Diaspora. Bloomsbury Academic. ISBN 9781474280334. Matejowsky, T. (2013). "The Incredible, Edible Balut: Ethnographic Perspectives on the Philippines' Favorite Liminal Food". Food, Culture & Society. 16 (3): 387–404. doi: 10.2752/175174413X13673466711723. S2CID 142396427. Sarian, Z. B. 2018. “To Grow, He Did Not Keep His Balut Business to Himself.” Manila Bulletin. https://newsbits.mb.com.ph/2018/03/11/to-grow-he-did-not-keep-his-balut-business-to-himself/. Some vendors mark the eggs with the number of days of incubation. Others simply eye it, so it can be a hit or miss.

They say a trip to the Philippines won’t be complete without trying the popular balut—but there’s more to it than your friend daring you to try exotic food, as it has long been known as an important part of Filipino culture. Hatchability at Fayre Game is good – 80-83% – and there is an on-going “improvement” programme based on using birds from certain family groups which show superior performance in relevant traits. Balut is best eaten when it’s warm, so better munch on it at once. Remember to wash before eating as you really have to use your bare hands. As you delve further into the balut, prepare yourself for the crunch of the beak and the slight texture of feathers. Although these elements might seem odd at first, they contribute to the dish’s earned status as an acquired taste. Some aficionados even prefer the taste of the embryo’s bones, which can provide an additional layer of crunchiness. Before diving into the taste, make sure you have the necessary seasoning nearby. It’s common to serve balut with a pinch of salt, some ground pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice. You’ll need these ingredients to enhance the overall flavor and bring out the best in terms of taste.

How To Cook A Balut Egg

Seriously, once you get past the appalling appearance, you’ll figure it’s not so bad at all. Where to find it