Description
Crispy golden Scotch eggs blend British culinary tradition with hearty protein-packed goodness. Perfectly seasoned sausage wraps around soft-boiled eggs, then gets coated in crunchy breadcrumbs for a delightful snack you’ll savor with pure satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds bulk pork sausage
- 4 large eggs
- 4 large eggs, beaten
Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups dried bread crumbs, seasoned
Cooking:
- 1 quart (32 fluid ounces / 946 milliliters) oil for frying
Instructions
- Scotch eggs can be enjoyed at various temperatures, offering versatility for different serving preferences.
- Prepare your cooking environment by heating the oven to 350°F (175°C) and simultaneously warming oil to 375°F (190°C) for optimal cooking conditions.
- Submerge eggs in boiling water, allowing them to cook for 10-12 minutes, then carefully remove and gently remove the shells under cool running water.
- Encase each peeled egg completely with a uniform layer of sausage, ensuring no gaps and creating a smooth, sealed exterior.
- Create a three-stage coating process: first roll the sausage-wrapped eggs in flour, then dip into beaten egg, and finally cover thoroughly with breadcrumbs for a crisp exterior.
- Carefully lower the coated eggs into hot oil, rotating to achieve an even, golden-brown color across all surfaces, which typically takes 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer the fried eggs to the preheated oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes to guarantee thorough internal cooking and ensure food safety.
Notes
- Frying at precisely 375F ensures a crispy, golden exterior without absorbing excess oil, creating that perfect crunchy coating.
- Chilling the wrapped eggs for 15-20 minutes before breading helps the sausage layer adhere better and prevents cracking during cooking.
- For a gluten-free version, swap wheat flour and breadcrumbs with almond flour and crushed pork rinds, maintaining the same delicious texture.
- Soft-boiled egg lovers can reduce boiling time to 6-7 minutes for a more runny yolk center, creating a luxurious, creamy surprise inside the crispy shell.
- Prep Time: 22-27 mins
- Cook Time: 15-17 mins
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 824
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 66 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 34 g
- Trans Fat: 1.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 43 g
- Cholesterol: 335 mg