British
Scotch Egg
“A hard-boiled egg wrapped in sausage meat, coated in breadcrumbs, and fried.”
Egg
sausage meat
breadcrumbs
Flour
Sausage
BreadMedium45 min
Where it comes from
Invented by the London department store Fortnum & Mason in the 18th century, it is a staple in British picnics.
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How it's made
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How it's made
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Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Divide the sausage meat into six portions and flatten each into a disc. Season with salt and pepper.
- 210 min
Wrap each hard-boiled egg with a sausage disc, ensuring it is evenly covered. Roll each in the beaten egg, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
- 330 min
Place the coated eggs on a rack in a baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, turning every 10 minutes to ensure even browning.
Watch outMake sure the sausage is fully cooked and the coating is golden and crispy.
