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Scotch Eggs

Irresistibly Crispy Scotch Eggs with Savory Pork Filling

These Scotch Eggs feature a crispy exterior and savory pork filling, delivering a delightful British twist that elevates any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 eggs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: British
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Egg Filling
  • 6 large Eggs can be soft or hard-boiled
  • 1 tbsp White Vinegar helps with peeling
For the Pork Mixture
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Pork can substitute with sausage meat
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tbsp Poultry Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Allspice
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Grainy Mustard
  • 2 tbsp Chives chopped for mixing
For Breading and Frying
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tbsp Water to mix with eggs
  • 2 cups Panko Crumbs
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil for frying
  • 2 tbsp Extra Chopped Chives for garnishing

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • deep pot or fryer
  • Whisk
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare a pot of boiling water with a splash of white vinegar. Cook 6 eggs for 4.5 minutes for soft-boiled or 10 minutes for hard-boiled, then place in an ice bath.
  2. Combine kosher salt, onion powder, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, allspice, and pepper in a bowl to create the spice mixture.
  3. Mix lean ground pork with the spice mixture, grainy mustard, and chopped chives until well combined. Divide into 6 portions.
  4. Dredge each cooked and peeled egg in flour, wrap with pork mixture, and seal edges. Repeat for all eggs.
  5. Set up your breading station: a bowl of flour, a whisked egg with water, and panko crumbs.
  6. Coat each egg by rolling in flour, dipping in egg wash, and coating in panko crumbs. For extra crunch, repeat.
  7. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 320°F. Fry the wrapped eggs for about 12 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Transfer fried eggs to a cooling rack lined with paper towels and allow to cool slightly before serving. Garnish with extra chives if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Scotch Eggs can be served warm or cold, making them a versatile treat for any occasion.

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