Description
Master the art of making Scotch eggs, a classic dish with a golden crust and flavorful center, perfect for brunch or snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 lb sausage meat (pork, chicken, or turkey)
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs (or panko)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs (thyme or parsley, optional)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Vegetable or peanut oil, for frying
Instructions
- Hard-Boil the Eggs: Place eggs in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 9-12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath to cool.
- Prepare the Sausage Mixture: Remove sausage from casing (if necessary), mix with salt, pepper, and herbs until combined.
- Roll the Eggs: Peel the cooled eggs and roll each in flour to help the sausage adhere.
- Wrap with Sausage: Divide sausage mixture, flatten, and wrap each portion around an egg completely.
- Crumb the Eggs: Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Coat each sausage-wrapped egg in this order.
- Fry the Eggs: Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry Scotch eggs for 5-7 minutes until golden brown, or bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes.
Notes
Serve with chili sauce or pickled vegetables for a delightful contrast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scotch egg
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Scotch eggs, brunch, snacks, British cuisine, protein-rich
