Scotch Eggs
Scotch Eggs are a delicious take on breakfast. Boiled egg rolled in flour, covered in breakfast sausage, dipped in egg and breadcrumbs, then fried. Yes please!
Servings: 8 eggs
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 eggs
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 pound breakfast sausage in bulk or links with casing removed
- 1 egg slightly beaten
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Start by boiling your 8 eggs for 4-6 minutes. Since you'll be cooking them again later, you want them cooked such that the whites are cooked but the yolks either aren't, or are just barely cooked. Once done, drain and immediately submerse in bowl of ice water to cool. Alternatively, you can steam them in the Instant Pot on high pressure for 3-4 minutes, allow to sit in the Instant Pot for another 4 minutes, then submerse in bowl of ice water to cool.
- Peel eggs. Divide sausage into 8 equal portions and flatten into thin discs about 5 inches in diameter.
- Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in large pan over medium high heat. When oil is hot enough to cook a bit of flour nice and bubbly, you're ready.
- Roll each egg in the 1/4 cup flour, then wrap the 1 pound breakfast sausage around them to seal. Next dip the sausage covered egg in the beaten 1 egg, then roll in 1 cup panko bread crumbs. Fry as many at the same time as you can fit in your pan while allowing enough space in between eggs. You may have to do this in two batches. Cook until browned on all sides, about 15-20 minutes total. Serve warm.
Notes
Serving size based on one Scotch Egg.
- Timing matters: Remember, the eggs will continue cooking inside the sausage. Slightly soft yolks at the start will lead to creamy, not overcooked, centers.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: Frying in two batches helps maintain consistent oil temperature, giving you that irresistible crispness.
- Use a thermometer if needed: If you’re unsure, checking the oil temperature can help you get perfect results every time.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 224mg | Sodium: 485mg | Potassium: 223mg | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg
