Scotch Eggs Recipe

Name: Scotch Eggs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat & Poultry
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb country-style sausage,casings removed and crumbled; 4 large hard boiled egg,shells removed; 1/2 tsp cayenne powder; 1/2 tsp salt,to taste; 1 egg,beaten; 1 creole seasoning,recipe follows; 1/2 cup flour; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 2 1/2 tsp paprika; 2 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tsp ground black pepper; 1 tbsp onion powder; 1 tbsp dried parsley; 1/2 tbsp dried oregano

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb country-style sausage,casings removed and crumbled
4 large hard boiled egg,shells removed
1/2 tsp cayenne powder
1/2 tsp salt,to taste
1 egg,beaten
1 creole seasoning,recipe follows
1/2 cup flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 1/2 tsp paprika
2 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp dried parsley
1/2 tbsp dried oregano

1
In a large bowl combine the sausage, cayenne and salt.
2
Divide into 4 portions and on a sheet of waxed paper, shape each portion into a thin round.
3
Place 1 hard-boiled egg on the sausage round and wrap to enclose the egg, patting gently to smooth the surface.
4
(This step is much easier with wet hands.)
5
Season the bread crumbs with Creole seasoning.
6
Dredge the sausage-wrapped egg in the flour, then dip in the egg and roll in the bread crumbs until well coated.
7
Chill in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
8
In a deep fryer or large heavy skilled, heat 2 to 3 inches of oil to 350F.
9
Fry the eggs, 2 at a time until golden brown and crisp, about 6 to 8 minutes.
10
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb country-style sausage,casings removed and crumbled, 4 large hard boiled egg,shells removed, 1/2 tsp cayenne powder, 1/2 tsp salt,to taste, and more.

Yes, Scotch Eggs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Scotch Eggs

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