Description
Crispy on the outside, soft and savory on the inside—these homemade Scotch Eggs are the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for brunch, picnics, or just a cozy night in, they’re way easier to make than you’d think!
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs (plus 2 extra for breading)
- 1 lb breakfast sausage or ground pork
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Boil 6 eggs for 7–8 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath and peel.
- Season sausage with salt, pepper, and mustard if using. Divide into 6 equal portions.
- Flatten each sausage portion and gently wrap around each egg, sealing completely.
- Set up breading station: one bowl flour, one bowl with 2 beaten eggs, and one with panko.
- Roll each sausage-wrapped egg in flour, dip in egg wash, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil to 350°F. Fry Scotch Eggs for 5–6 minutes until golden and crisp. Optionally, bake at 375°F for 10 minutes after frying.
- Drain on paper towels and cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For crispier texture, use panko breadcrumbs.
- Use wet hands when shaping sausage to prevent sticking.
- To bake only: Spray with oil and bake at 375°F for 25–30 mins, flipping halfway.
- Swap pork for turkey sausage or make mini versions with quail eggs for a twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Scotch Egg
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 215mg