Scotch eggs are a delicious British snack consisting of hard-boiled eggs wrapped in sausage meat, coated in breadcrumbs, and deep-fried to perfection. Enjoy them as a hearty appetizer or a picnic treat.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
8min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 100 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 200 grams breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 6 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 500 grams sausage meat
- vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Place 6 large eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 6 minutes. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool. Once cooled, carefully peel the eggs.
Step 2
In a bowl, mix the sausage meat with salt and black pepper until well combined.
Step 3
Divide the sausage meat into 6 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a patty and wrap it around each peeled egg, ensuring the egg is completely covered.
Step 4
Prepare three separate bowls: one with flour, one with a beaten egg, and one with breadcrumbs.
Step 5
Roll each sausage-wrapped egg in flour, dip in the beaten egg, and then coat with breadcrumbs. Ensure each egg is fully covered with breadcrumbs.
Step 6
Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 170°C (340°F). Carefully lower the Scotch eggs into the hot oil and fry for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 7
Remove the Scotch eggs from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm or cold.