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Scotch Egg

Scotch Egg

Crispy, savory scotch eggs with a golden, runny yolk in the center. Perfect for a snack or party appetizer.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 scotch eggs 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 large eggs: For boiling and creating the base of the scotch eggs.
  • 1 lb sausage meat: Provides flavor and a savory, hearty filling.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs: For coating the eggs and giving them a crispy outer layer.
  • 1 tablespoon mustard: Adds a tangy flavor to the sausage mix.
  • Salt and pepper: For seasoning the sausage mixture.
  • Vegetable oil for frying: For frying the scotch eggs to a golden brown.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Mix the sausage meat with mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Set up a station with bowls of flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Peel the boiled eggs, and wrap them in the sausage mixture. Dip them in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Fry the scotch eggs in hot oil until golden brown.
  6. Finishing Touches: Remove the scotch eggs from the oil and drain them on a paper towel.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the scotch eggs with ketchup or your favorite sauce.

Notes

  • Double coat the scotch eggs for extra crunch.
  • Fry at the right temperature to avoid burning the coating.
  • Make sure the eggs are boiled just right for a runny yolk.
  • Author: Monica
  • 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: 400mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg

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