🥚 Scotch Egg
A Scotch egg is a classic British snack made by wrapping a hard- or soft-boiled egg in seasoned sausage meat, coating it in breadcrumbs, and frying or baking until golden and crispy.
🥘 Ingredients (Makes 4)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 lb (450 g) ground sausage (pork sausage traditional)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten (for coating)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (if deep-frying)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Boil the Eggs
- Bring a pot of water to a boil.
- Carefully add 4 eggs.
- Soft center: 6–7 minutes
- Hard-boiled: 9–10 minutes
- Transfer to ice water to cool, then peel.
2️⃣ Prepare the Sausage Layer
- Divide sausage into 4 equal portions.
- Flatten each portion into a thin patty large enough to wrap around an egg.
3️⃣ Wrap the Eggs
- Place a peeled egg in the center of sausage.
- Carefully wrap and seal completely around the egg.
4️⃣ Coat
- Roll in flour.
- Dip in beaten egg.
- Coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
5️⃣ Cook
Deep-fry method (traditional):
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry 5–7 minutes until golden brown and sausage is cooked through.
Oven method (lighter):
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake 25–30 minutes until browned and internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve warm or cold
- Pair with mustard, brown sauce, or aioli
- Great for picnics or packed lunches
💡 Tips
- Chill wrapped eggs 15–20 minutes before frying to help them hold shape.
- Use seasoned sausage for more flavor.
- For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs.
If you’d like, I can give you a gourmet version with a jammy yolk and herb sausage coating for a restaurant-style result.
