Scotch Egg

Dairy Free
Health score
30%
Scotch Egg
45 min.
4
533kcal

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Welcome to the world of Scotch Eggs, a delightful and satisfying treat that’s perfect for any occasion! These golden, crispy bites are a delicious combination of flavors and textures, featuring a perfectly soft-boiled egg wrapped in savory breakfast sausage and coated with a crunchy layer of corn flakes. Whether you’re looking for an enticing antipasti to impress your guests, a savory starter for your next gathering, or a hearty snack to enjoy with friends, this dairy-free recipe has got you covered!

In just 45 minutes, you can create four mouth-watering Scotch Eggs that are not only tasty but also wholesome, packing in 533 calories per serving. The dish embraces a unique fusion of ingredients that appeal to both traditionalists and those seeking a modern twist, making it an entertaining choice for various meal settings. Plus, the crunch of corn flakes adds an exciting texture contrast to the tender egg and juicy sausage, ensuring each bite is a crunchy, flavorful experience.

Imagine enjoying these Scotch Eggs warm, partnered with a dollop of savory mustard for dipping—the perfect balance of flavors! Whether served as an appetizer at a festive gathering or simply enjoyed as a snack, this recipe is bound to become a crowd favorite. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up this mouthwatering marvel that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup diestel breakfast sausage fresh (if necessary)
  • cup oatmeal cornflakes crushed finely
  • large eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • servings mustard 
  • servings vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • pot
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Place 4 eggs in a smallsaucepan; add coldwater to cover. Bring toa boil; remove fromheat, cover, and letstand for 3 minutes.Carefully drain, then fillpan with ice water tocool eggs. Gentlycrack shells andcarefully peel undercold running water.
  2. Place eggs in a bowlof cold water; coverand chill until cold.DO AHEAD: Can bemade 1 day ahead.Keep chilled.
  3. Place flour in a wideshallow bowl andcrushed corn flakes inanother wide shallowbowl. Divide sausageinto 4 equal portions.Pat 1 portion of sausageinto a thin pattyover the length of yourpalm.
  4. Lay 1 soft-boiledegg on top of sausageand wrap sausagearound egg, sealing tocompletely enclose.Repeat with remainingsausage and eggs.
  5. Whisk remaining2 eggs in a mediumbowl to blend. Workinggently with 1 sausage wrappedegg at a time,dip eggs into flour,shaking off excess,then coat in egg wash.
  6. Roll in corn flakes tocoat. DO AHEAD: Canbe made 1 day ahead.Keep refrigerated,uncovered.
  7. Attach a deep-frythermometer to side ofa large heavy pot.
  8. Pourin oil to a depth of 2"and heat over mediumheat to 375°F. Fry eggs,turning occasionallyand maintaining oiltemperature of 350°F,until sausage is cookedthrough and breadingis golden brown andcrisp, 5-6 minutes. Usea slotted spoon totransfer eggs to papertowels to drain. Seasonlightly with salt andpepper.
  9. Serve warmwith mustard.

Nutrition Facts

Calories533kcal
Protein15.68%
Fat28.63%
Carbs55.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.75
Glycemic Load
17.28
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
34.857391958651%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:533.17kcal
26.66%
Fat:17.01g
26.18%
Saturated Fat:5.02g
31.35%
Carbohydrates:74.46g
24.82%
Net Carbohydrates:71.42g
25.97%
Sugar:6.05g
6.72%
Cholesterol:296.28mg
98.76%
Sodium:745.97mg
32.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.96g
41.92%
Iron:20.21mg
112.29%
Vitamin B2:1.43mg
84.05%
Vitamin B1:1.14mg
76.23%
Folate:304.2µg
76.05%
Vitamin B3:13.65mg
68.23%
Vitamin B6:1.28mg
63.86%
Vitamin B12:3.83µg
63.81%
Selenium:40.23µg
57.48%
Vitamin A:1483.46IU
29.67%
Phosphorus:280.54mg
28.05%
Vitamin D:3.94µg
26.28%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.41%
Vitamin B5:1.6mg
16%
Zinc:2.33mg
15.54%
Vitamin C:12.61mg
15.28%
Fiber:3.04g
12.14%
Copper:0.24mg
11.85%
Magnesium:44.87mg
11.22%
Potassium:304.65mg
8.7%
Vitamin E:1.17mg
7.8%
Calcium:55.4mg
5.54%
Vitamin K:5.8µg
5.53%
Source:Epicurious