Stirling Castle Scotch Eggs
Stirling Castle Scotch Eggs are a classic Scottish dish that combines the richness of sausage meat with the creaminess of a soft-boiled egg, all coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust. These delicious eggs are perfect for a hearty breakfast, a satisfying lunch, or a tasty snack.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 pound sausage meat
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Place the eggs in a pot of water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes for soft-boiled eggs. Then, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool.
- Peel the eggs and set aside.
- Divide the sausage meat into 4 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a patty and wrap around each egg, ensuring the egg is completely covered.
- In three separate bowls, place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Dip each sausage-wrapped egg into the flour, then the beaten eggs, and finally the breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coating.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the coated eggs for about 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and the sausage is cooked through.
- Remove the eggs from the oil and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve the Stirling Castle Scotch Eggs warm or at room temperature.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Deep pan Pot Bowls Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Stovetop Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Stirling Castle Scotch Eggs with a side of mustard, pickles, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a twist, try adding herbs or spices to the sausage meat for extra flavor.
Cost
$10