Description
Scotch Eggs are a delightful British classic that combines a perfectly soft-boiled egg with savory seasoned sausage meat, all encased in a crunchy breadcrumb coating. These irresistible bites are ideal for picnics, parties, or as a comforting snack at home. With their crispy exterior and creamy center, homemade Scotch Eggs will impress your family and friends while delivering a taste of nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 pound ground sausage meat
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Boil the eggs by placing them in cold water, bringing it to a boil, then simmering for 6 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath.
- Once cooled, peel the eggs and set aside. In a bowl, season the ground sausage with salt and pepper.
- Flatten a handful of sausage mixture in your palm and wrap it around each egg ensuring full coverage.
- Roll each wrapped egg in flour, dip into beaten egg, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat and fry the Scotch Eggs until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Scotch Egg (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 185mg