Scotch Eggs, also known as Scotch eggs, are a tasty and irresistible dish perfect for serving on any occasion.
These are hard-boiled eggs wrapped in a tasty layer of ground meat, breaded, and then fried or baked until a crispy crust is achieved. A contrast of textures and flavors that wins you over at the first bite!
This traditional Anglo-Saxon recipe has ancient origins and is still very popular in UK pubs today. Making them at home is easier than you might think: it takes just a few ingredients, a bit of skill, and you’re done!
Scotch eggs are perfect to enjoy hot, freshly fried, but they remain delicious even cold, making them ideal for a picnic or a quick lunch. If you want a lighter alternative, you can bake them in the oven or air fryer, still achieving a crispy and tasty result.
Discover all the steps to prepare these homemade Scotch eggs and surprise your guests with a simple recipe that guarantees success!
In the FAQ section at the end of the recipe, I’ve answered some questions about this preparation. If you have any other doubts or curiosities, you can write a comment or use the contact form at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Medium
- Cost: Affordable
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Scottish
- Seasonality: All Seasons
- Energy 382.88 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 9.71 (g) of which sugars 0.76 (g)
- Proteins 31.20 (g)
- Fat 23.67 (g) of which saturated 2.63 (g)of which unsaturated 3.39 (g)
- Fibers 0.77 (g)
- Sodium 313.83 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 120 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Scotch Eggs
- 5 eggs
- 12.35 oz ground pork
- 0.35 cups breadcrumbs
- as needed Flour
- as needed salt
- as needed black pepper
- as needed sage
Tools
- Bowls
- Pot
- Fryer
Scotch Eggs Recipe
Start preparing the Scotch eggs by boiling the hard-boiled eggs.
Place 4 of the eggs provided (the fifth will be used for breading) in a small pot and cover them with water.
Boil them for a total of 13 minutes.
Drain the hard-boiled eggs into a bowl of ice water and let them cool.
Peel them and set them aside.
Season the ground pork with salt and pepper.
Divide it into four portions and shape each into a large meatball.
Roll the hard-boiled eggs in flour.
Flatten the ground pork meatballs to form a disc.
Place a floured hard-boiled egg in the center and wrap it in the ground meat just like with a meatloaf.
Press the meatball well between your hands to seal it, then roll it in the beaten egg.
Season the breadcrumbs with salt, black pepper, and sage.
Use it as a breading for the Scotch eggs.
Coat each meatball well on all sides.
It’s time to cook the Scotch eggs.
You can deep fry them in oil at 356°F for about ten minutes or bake them in the oven at 392°F for 20-25 minutes.
I cooked them in an air fryer at 356°F for 18 minutes.
Once ready, serve the Scotch eggs hot with a fresh salad or your favorite side dish!
Scotch Eggs
Check this section to clarify your doubts; if you don’t find the answer to your question, comment or write to me using the form below.
With the ground pork, I also prepared Orange Meatballs
How do I prevent the meat from coming off the egg during cooking?
Make sure to compact the meat well around the egg and seal it carefully before breading. If necessary, keep the breaded eggs in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before cooking: it will help keep them compact.
Can I prepare them in advance?
Yes, you can prepare them in advance and store them in the refrigerator for 2 days. I recommend reheating them in the oven or air fryer to make them crispy again.
Can Scotch eggs be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze them either raw or cooked. If you freeze them raw, thaw them in the fridge before frying. If you freeze them already cooked, heat them in the oven at 356°F for 10-15 minutes to make them crispy again.
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