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How to Make Scotch Eggs

Last updated on March 3, 2018. Originally posted on April 17, 2017 by Lalaine. 78 Comments

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Scotch eggs wrapped in spicy sausage, breaded, and deep-fried to golden perfection are the perfect appetizer, picnic food or portable snack on-to-go.

Scotch eggs wrapped in spicy sausage, breaded, and deep-fried to golden perfection are the perfect appetizer, picnic food or portable snack on-to-go.

How was your Easter? I hope you had a blessed and meaningful celebration with family and friends.

If you’re like me, you probably had more than your fill of honey baked ham and more than your fair share of Grandma’s carrot cake. If you’re like me, you probably also have a dozen of hard boiled eggs sitting in the fridge waiting for a delicious recipe.

Folks, forget deviled eggs! Make scotch eggs instead! With spicy sausage and soft yolk centers, these picnic eggs are yummy bites of heaven.
Scotch eggs wrapped in spicy sausage, breaded, and deep-fried to golden perfection are the perfect appetizer, picnic food or portable snack on-to-go.

Incredibly tasty and conveniently portable, this traditional British pub food is also widely enjoyed at Renaissance fairs or family/community picnics as well as for a quick breakfast or high-protein on-the-go snacking. These savory eggs are easy to make with simple ingredients and keep well in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.

Serve them with mustard, Ranch dressing, hot sauce or even gravy for a finger food that’s hard to resist.

Scotch eggs wrapped in spicy sausage, breaded, and deep-fried to golden perfection are the perfect appetizer, picnic food or portable snack on-to-go.

Tips on How to Easily Make Scotch Eggs:

  • As fresh eggs are hard to peel, use ones that are at least a week to 10 days old for easy peeling. Allow the eggs to sufficiently cool for the eggs to contract slightly in the shell. Another option for easily peeled hard boiled eggs is steaming the eggs instead.
  • To prevent an unappetizing green discoloration around the yolks, make sure not to overcook the eggs. Once removed from the hot water, drain the eggs under cold running water or submerge in an ice bath to halt further cooking.
  • Some enthusiasts prefer runny yolks but years of working in a hospital’s dietary department has scared me off from any sign of raw eggs (salmonella is far from pretty). Unless I am using pasteurized shell eggs, I find 6 minutes to produce creamy, custardy but set yolks which are not only safer to eat but also less messy to enjoy on-to-go. If you insist on runny yolks, steep the eggs in the hot water for 4 minutes or if you prefer firm yolk centers, do 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Lightly dredge the eggs in flour before wrapping in the sausage to help the meat cling better.
  • I use regular breadcrumbs to coat the eggs but you can easily swap Panko breadcrumbs for more crunch. If you want to scale down the heat and make these eggs more kid-friendly, just skip the red pepper flakes.
  • Deep-fry at an optimal 350 F to 375 F. Do not overcrowd the pan when frying to prevent the temperature from plummeting. If you’re making a huge batch, you may want to briefly fry the eggs just until golden-crisp and then finish off in the 350 F oven on a baking sheet to fully cook the meat.
  • Want a truly bite-size appetizer? Substitute quail eggs! They require a bit more work but they’re super fun to serve at parties with different choices of dipping sauces.
Scotch eggs wrapped in spicy sausage, breaded, and deep-fried to golden perfection are the perfect appetizer, picnic food or portable snack on-to-go.
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How to Make Scotch Eggs

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Scotch eggs wrapped in spicy sausage, breaded, and deep-fried to golden perfection are the perfect appetizer, picnic food or portable snack on-to-go.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Appetizer
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 235kcal
Author: Lalaine

Ingredients

  • 10 eggs
  • 2 pounds bulk pork sausage
  • 1 tablespoon brown mustard
  • 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • oil

Instructions

  • In a saucepan, place 8 of the eggs and enough cold water to bring water to cover by one inch. Bring to a boil, uncovered, over medium heat. When water has reached a boil, remove the pan from heat, cover, and let the eggs sit for 4 minutes for runny yolks, 6 minutes for soft custardy yolks, or 8 minutes for firm yolks. With a slotted spoon,  remove eggs and transfer to a bowl of iced water. Peel eggs.
  • In a bowl, combine pork sausage, brown mustard, and red pepper flakes.
  • In a small bowl, beat the remaining 2 eggs until frothy. On a wide plate, place bread crumbs. On another plate, place flour.
  • Divide sausage into 8 balls. Lightly roll egg in flour. In the palm of one hand, flatten one pork sausage ball and place an egg in the center.  Gently press the meat around the egg to completely encase. Gently smooth the meat and mold into shape.
  • Gently roll the sausage-wrapped egg in flour, shaking any excess flour. Dip in beaten eggs and then roll in bread crumbs to fully coat. Dip again in the beaten eggs and roll in bread crumbs. Repeat with remaining boiled eggs.
  • In a pan over medium heat, heat about 3-inches deep of oil to 350 F degrees. Gently lower breaded eggs in batches of two into the pan and cook, turning on sides as needed, for about 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. With a slotted spoon, remove scotch eggs and drain on a rack set over a baking sheet. Serve with mustard.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Piece | Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.5g | Fat: 12.7g | Saturated Fat: 3.4g | Sodium: 223mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1.4g | Vitamin A: 550IU | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2.3mg
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Scotch eggs wrapped in spicy sausage, breaded, and deep-fried to golden perfection are the perfect appetizer, picnic food or portable snack on-to-go.
Scotch eggs wrapped in spicy sausage, breaded, and deep-fried to golden perfection are the perfect appetizer, picnic food or portable snack on-to-go.

 

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  1. Gábor says

    April 24, 2017 at 8:17 pm

    I love everything with eggs. This way of preparing them looks like an idea I never thought about… Thanks for the share…

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      May 19, 2017 at 10:55 am

      You’re welcome 🙂

      Reply
  2. Nichole Shirell says

    April 22, 2017 at 5:42 am

    The recipe sounds easy. I cannot personally have this. But sounds like something my family would enjoy.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 22, 2017 at 3:36 pm

      The family will love them. They’re popular with the kids as they’re so fun to eat.

      Reply
  3. Lalaine says

    April 21, 2017 at 7:51 pm

    Thanks 🙂

    Reply
  4. Molly Kumar says

    April 20, 2017 at 11:24 pm

    Scotch Eggs are our favorite weekend brunch or teatime snack. I love the way you made them using sausage meat.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 22, 2017 at 3:29 pm

      Thanks, Molly 🙂

      Reply
  5. Sandhya Ramakrishnan says

    April 20, 2017 at 8:43 pm

    That looks like a really exciting recipe to make and love how they look. I am sure this would be a winner at the dinner table!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 22, 2017 at 3:29 pm

      Yes, they’re always a hit when I serve them 🙂

      Reply
  6. Misty Nelson Dawn says

    April 20, 2017 at 1:36 pm

    I know this is never easy but you had a talent you made perfect scotch eggs. I want to try this too

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 20, 2017 at 4:07 pm

      Aww, thank you but I don’t know about talent as they’re really pretty easy to make. 🙂

      Reply
      • sandra says

        April 26, 2017 at 12:16 am

        Hello I don’t use vinegar because of alcohol .is there any substitute for the vinegar please. Thanks you.

        Reply
  7. eazynazy says

    April 20, 2017 at 12:54 pm

    5 stars
    wow this looks so delicious and healthy, Eggs are always a YES for me, gonna try them soon

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 21, 2017 at 7:52 pm

      Eggs are the perfect food, cheap, nutritious and easy to cook 🙂

      Reply
  8. Echo says

    April 20, 2017 at 7:52 am

    5 stars
    These look sooooooo good! I need to try these for sure. I love eggs and sausage!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 22, 2017 at 3:30 pm

      Sausage and eggs are a great combination! Thanks, Echo.

      Reply
  9. Angela Milnes says

    April 20, 2017 at 12:28 am

    It really looks amazing and delicious I have a hard time for this and need more practice. I admire you

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 22, 2017 at 3:33 pm

      Just follow the tips and you’ll have them perfectly done in no time 🙂

      Reply
  10. Yona Williams says

    April 19, 2017 at 8:53 pm

    I have never had Scotch Eggs before, and this is all new to me. However, this looks like something that my Mom would like.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 22, 2017 at 3:34 pm

      I am sure she’ll love them 🙂

      Reply
  11. wendy says

    April 19, 2017 at 6:26 pm

    5 stars
    These look interesting. I have never tried them like this before but would like to!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 20, 2017 at 4:08 pm

      Please do try them, you’ll be pleasantly surprised how everyone gobbles them up 🙂

      Reply
  12. Fatima Torres says

    April 19, 2017 at 4:32 pm

    This reminds me of something from my friend’s country, it’s called croquetas. I bet these are just as delicious.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 22, 2017 at 3:32 pm

      I love croquetas! And yes, these eggs are just as delicious 🙂

      Reply
  13. Derek - Dad With A Pan says

    April 19, 2017 at 2:56 pm

    This is a perfect recipe for all the eggs I have left over from Easter that I didn’t get to boiling! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 22, 2017 at 3:34 pm

      Thanks, Derek.

      Reply
  14. Priya Srinivasan says

    April 19, 2017 at 11:29 am

    Looks like an egg-lovers delight! Love the beautifully golden outer and crispy white inside, looks very pretty!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 22, 2017 at 3:31 pm

      Thanks, Priya.

      Reply
  15. Leigh Anne Borders says

    April 19, 2017 at 10:31 am

    5 stars
    I have to be honest, I have never heard of these before. It sounds delicious!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 22, 2017 at 3:35 pm

      I hope you give them a try, they’re really yummy!

      Reply
  16. Renz says

    April 19, 2017 at 4:41 am

    I never knew scotch eggs had sausage. I never had them before lol. Your directions and hints are concise and really clear. Makes it sound really easy to make. Thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 23, 2017 at 2:39 pm

      Hello Renz,

      I believe they’re pretty popular in UK but they’re sold in fairs here in the U.S. as well. Give them a try, they’re delicious!

      Reply
  17. lorena victoria perez murcia says

    April 19, 2017 at 1:27 am

    It looks an easy recipe and delicious, I need to try it looks my kids would love to try them too because they love eggs

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 12:43 pm

      Thanks, Lorena! I hope your kids enjoy these!

      Reply
  18. Anosa says

    April 18, 2017 at 8:33 pm

    Never tried this one yet and seems that its not so easy. I would love to try and see if I can successfully make it.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 12:44 pm

      You should try it. I hope you enjoy them. Good luck!

      Reply
  19. Anrea says

    April 18, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    I have been wanting to try making scotch eggs for a while now – and i have been a bit intimiated. Your recipe sounds easy! I am going to try it this weekend 🙂

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 12:45 pm

      Thanks, Anrea! Enjoy!

      Reply
  20. Emily says

    April 18, 2017 at 7:37 pm

    5 stars
    I have never had eggs this way before. I think this would be so good to try, thanks for the idea!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 23, 2017 at 2:39 pm

      You’re welcome, Emily.

      Reply
  21. Elizabeth O. says

    April 18, 2017 at 6:40 pm

    It’s a nice alternative to deviled eggs and I’m sure that the kids will like it too because of the sausage. I think it’s pretty easy to make and it’s a recipe that’s worth keeping.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 12:45 pm

      Thank you, Elizabeth!

      Reply
  22. Krystel | Disney on a Budget says

    April 18, 2017 at 3:22 pm

    I’ve never seen these before but THEY LOOK GOOD. I would love to try this

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 12:59 pm

      Thanks, Krsytel! They are amazing!

      Reply
  23. Erin says

    April 18, 2017 at 12:45 pm

    I have always wanted to try Scotch Eggs but never got around to doing it. You made it look so easy, I may just have to give it a try now!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks, Erin! Give this a go!

      Reply
  24. Amber Myers says

    April 18, 2017 at 11:56 am

    Mmm, these look good. I’ve never tried them before.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 2:51 pm

      Thanks, Amber! They are delicious!

      Reply
  25. Natalie says

    April 18, 2017 at 11:47 am

    I would have loved this back when I still ate eggs. I have actually never heard of scotch eggs before.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 2:52 pm

      Thanks, Natalie!

      Reply
  26. Uma Srinivas says

    April 18, 2017 at 10:57 am

    I don’t eat egg. But i am sure this will be good snack for picnic or any party. Spicy sauce makes me interesting!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 2:52 pm

      Thanks a lot, Uma!

      Reply
  27. [email protected] says

    April 18, 2017 at 10:52 am

    These Scotch eggs look like such a fun idea. They’d be a great snack or even good as an appetizer.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 2:53 pm

      Thanks a lot, Stephanie! Either way, they are amazing!

      Reply
  28. Kathy McDaniel says

    April 18, 2017 at 10:22 am

    What a beautiful and perfect egg!b Love the addition of sausage. Definitely will have to try these soon as they sound delicious!!!!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 2:54 pm

      Thanks, Kathy! I hope you like them!

      Reply
  29. Michelle Waller says

    April 18, 2017 at 10:14 am

    I have never heard of this before. I am going to have to give it a try. It looks pretty delicious.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 2:54 pm

      Thanks, Michelle! You will love this!

      Reply
  30. swathi says

    April 18, 2017 at 10:11 am

    5 stars
    I agree with this is perfect appetizer, never tried scotch eggs, I will give next time. anything breaded goes well with my kids.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 23, 2017 at 2:40 pm

      The kids love these, they make eggs fun to eat!

      Reply
  31. Traditionallymodernfood says

    April 18, 2017 at 10:08 am

    We do something called bonds this looks similar. I was finding way to give eggs to my son I think he will enjoy this method

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 2:55 pm

      That’s interesting. I hope your son likes this!

      Reply
  32. Kelly @ trial and eater says

    April 18, 2017 at 7:51 am

    Great tutorial for how to make these. You’ve got me thinking about what I could use instead to make these vegetarian 🙂

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 2:56 pm

      Thanks, Kelly! You got me thinking of devising a vegetarian method.

      Reply
  33. Bel says

    April 18, 2017 at 6:41 am

    Ah scotch eggs. It’s been so long. Such a popular snack in Nigeria. I used to hate it as a kid but now I love it so much

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 3:44 pm

      Hi, Bel! Try this recipe and you will love it!

      Reply
  34. Veena Azmanov says

    April 18, 2017 at 4:34 am

    I’ve never made Scotch eggs cause I always assumed it was harder!! But you make it look so easy. Defintely going to try.!!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 3:44 pm

      Thanks, Veena! Give it a go 😉

      Reply
  35. tara pittman says

    April 17, 2017 at 9:11 pm

    My Easter egg stash is almost all gone. I need to make more hard boiled eggs

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 3:45 pm

      Hi, Tara! I hope you love this.

      Reply
  36. Jennifer Quisenberry says

    April 17, 2017 at 7:53 pm

    When I lived in the UK, scotch eggs were everywhere. I have never tried to make them myself, particularly since others always warned me that they were a bit difficult to make. I may have to try it and serve it here in the states to see how the dish is received.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      June 28, 2017 at 4:17 pm

      Thanks, Jennifer! Let me know how they find it 🙂

      Reply
  37. Adriana Lopez Martn says

    April 17, 2017 at 6:46 pm

    5 stars
    Making scotch eggs is not easy love the fact that you have mastered the technique and that you are giving us all the tips to make them successfully =)

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 17, 2017 at 7:15 pm

      I guess you can say I’ve had a lot of practice. I love scotch eggs and I make them way too often 🙂

      Reply
  38. Pam says

    April 17, 2017 at 5:59 pm

    I always thought that scotch eggs would be harder to make. I don’t know why! I need to try these out.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 17, 2017 at 6:08 pm

      I hope you give them a try, they’re really very easy and fun to make. Well, maybe except the deep-frying part. 🙂

      Reply
  39. LaToyia Dennis says

    April 17, 2017 at 5:02 pm

    I love eggs! These look tasty especially with the sausage. You have a lot of great recipes.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      April 17, 2017 at 6:05 pm

      Thank you so much, LaToyia. I hope you find a few you’d like for dinner tonight. 🙂

      Reply

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