Scotch Eggs | Deep Fried Boiled Eggs Wrapped in Sausage and Breading

Hard Boiled Scotch Eggs

I absolutely love Scotch Eggs, and if you’re a fan of breakfast food, you’re going to love them too—if you don’t already! This recipe takes a boiled egg, wraps it in a thin layer of sausage, coats it in seasoned breadcrumbs, and fries it to crispy perfection. They’re incredibly simple to make and absolutely delicious. While I use hard-boiled eggs for this recipe, it’s quite common to prepare them with a runny yolk. If that’s your preference, you’ll want to start with soft-boiled eggs instead—it’s completely up to you!

How To Make Scotch Eggs

For this Scotch Eggs Recipe, start by boiling the eggs, then set out 3 bowls for dipping.  Season the flour with the salt, pepper and paprika in one bowl.  In another, beat the eggs to make a wash.  In the third bowl you will add the bread crumbs.  If you are using the stuffing, add the crumbs to a food processor with the parsley and pulse until smooth.  Cut the Sausage into 12 equal portions, then press and roll flat until each is about 1/4 of an inch thick, then wrap around each boiled egg pinching off the excess and pressing with both palms together with light pressure to form each shape.  Then roll in flour, then the egg wash and bread crumbs, again applying pressure with both palms but firmly to assure the crumbs stick.  Then let them rest for 5 minutes before frying.  For deep fryers, cook at 350 for 3 1/2 Minutes.  For pan frying, cook in 1 1/2 inches of oil for about 8 minutes, on low heat, turning over once.  Dab on paper towels then serve your Scotch Eggs or refrigerate.

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Scotch Eggs Ingredients:

• 1 Dozen Boiled Eggs – Soft-boiled, peeled, and ready.
• 1 ½ lbs Pork Sausage – Any breakfast sausage works great.
• 2 Eggs – For the egg wash coating.
• 1 Cup Seasoned Flour – Adds a crispy layer.
• ½ tsp Salt – Enhances flavor.
• ½ tsp Black Pepper – For a mild kick.
• ⅓ tsp Paprika – Adds color and subtle spice.
• 1 Cup Bread Crumbs or Stuffing – Use seasoned stuffing crumbs or Panko.
• 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley – Finely chopped for freshness.
• Oil for Frying – Enough to submerge the eggs halfway.

Instructions

1. Boil the eggs: Place the dozen eggs in a pot of water and bring it to a boil. Let them cook for about 6-7 minutes. Once done, cool them under cold water, peel, and set aside.
2. Prepare the sausage: In a large bowl, remove the casing from the pork sausage (if necessary) and break it apart. Set aside.
3. Make the egg wash: In a shallow bowl, beat the 2 eggs together with a little water to create your egg wash.
4. Season the flour: In a separate shallow bowl, mix the seasoned flour with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
5. Prepare the breadcrumbs: In another shallow bowl, place the seasoned stuffing bread crumbs (or Panko).
6. Form the Scotch eggs: Take one boiled egg and wrap it with sausage; enclose it all the way around. Then, roll it in the seasoned flour, then the egg wash and finally coat it with the breadcrumbs. Repeat for all eggs.
7. Add fresh parsley: Mix chopped parsley into the breadcrumbs for added flavor and color.
8. Fry the Scotch eggs: Heat enough oil in a deep fryer or large pan to fry the eggs halfway or fully. Cook for 3 1/2 to 4 minutes at 350° F. or until golden brown on all sides.
9. Drain and serve: Remove the eggs from the oil,

Be sure to watch the short video tutorial and I’ll show you exactly how to make these incredible Scotch Eggs.

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