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Itlog na Maalat

Salted Eggs in Clay (Itlog na Maalat)

Manny
4.50 from 2 votes
Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Food Preserves
Cuisine Filipino
Servings 13 pcs

Ingredients
  

  • 13 raw duck eggs
  • 12 cups clay
  • 12 cups rock salt

Instructions
 

How to make Salted Eggs in Clay

  • Mix 12 cups of clay and 12 cups of salt, adding water gradually until well blended.
  • Apply a generous portion of this mixture at the base of a palayok (clay pot).
  • Coat each of 13 duck eggs with the mixture.
  • Arrange in layers and allow from 1 to 2 inches space in between to prevent breakage.
  • Cover with extra mixture and store.
  • Try an egg after 15 days. If not salty enough, extend storing period.
  • When ready, boil egg for 5 minutes, and let stand 10 more minutes.
  • Color eggs, if desired.