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Classic Scotch Eggs
45 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
580 kcalCalories
25 gProtein
30 gCarbs
40 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Classic Scotch Eggs

Traditional dish · British

A traditional British pub snack, these Scotch eggs feature a perfectly soft-boiled egg encased in seasoned sausage meat, coated in breadcrumbs, and deep-fried to a golden crisp.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Large eggs6
  • Sausage meat500g
  • Plain flour100g
  • Breadcrumbs200g
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste
  • Vegetable oilfor frying

Steps

  1. 1

    Boil 4 eggs for 6 minutes for a soft yolk. Immediately plunge into ice water, then peel carefully.

  2. 2

    Divide the sausage meat into 4 equal portions. Season with salt and pepper. Flatten each portion into a thin patty.

  3. 3

    Wrap each peeled egg in a portion of sausage meat, ensuring it's completely covered and smooth.

  4. 4

    Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with a beaten egg (from the 2 unboiled eggs), and one with breadcrumbs.

  5. 5

    Roll each sausage-wrapped egg first in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.

  6. 6

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 170°C (340°F).

  7. 7

    Carefully lower the Scotch eggs into the hot oil and fry for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and the sausage meat is cooked through.

  8. 8

    Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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