Best scotch egg recipe | Jamie Oliver picnic recipes (2024)

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Proper Scotch eggs

Serve with lovely Scottish cheese & pickle

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Serve with lovely Scottish cheese & pickle

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“I like my Scotch eggs a little runny in the middle, but if you prefer a hard-boiled centre, leave the eggs in to boil for an extra couple of minutes at the start. These are the ultimate picnic snack. ”

Serves 8

Cooks In40 minutes

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EggsWimbledonBritishPorkSausageSnacks

Nutrition per serving
  • Calories 613 31%

  • Fat 47g 67%

  • Saturates 11.4g 57%

  • Sugars 1.2g 1%

  • Salt 2.6g 43%

  • Protein 28.6g 57%

  • Carbs 20.7g 8%

  • Fibre 1.3g -

Of an adult's reference intake

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Ingredients

  • 10 large free-range eggs
  • 8 higher-welfare sausages
  • ½ a bunch of fresh chives
  • ½ a bunch of fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 whole nutmeg , for grating
  • 1 tablespoon English mustard
  • plain flour , for dusting
  • 150 g fresh white breadcrumbs
  • 2 litres vegetable oil

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Method

  1. Put 8 eggs into a pan of cold water and bring to the boil. Boil for 3 to 4 minutes, then transfer to a bowl of cold water. Once cooled, carefully peel them.
  2. Squeeze the sausages out of their skins and into a bowl.
  3. Pick and finely chop the herb leaves, add to the sausage meat along with a good grating of nutmeg, the mustard and a good pinch of sea salt and black pepper. Give it all a good mix together then divide into 8 balls.
  4. Have 3 plates ready - one with a small handful of flour, one with the two remaining eggs (beat them together first), and a third with the breadcrumbs.
  5. Start by flouring your hands, then in the palm of one hand, flatten one of the sausage balls into an oval-shaped pattie.
  6. Roll a peeled egg in flour, then pop it in the middle of the patty Gently shape the meat evenly around the egg, moulding it with your hands until sealed.
  7. Roll the meat-wrapped egg in the flour, shake off any excess, then dip into the beaten egg, followed by the breadcrumbs. Roll in the egg and breadcrumbs again for a really good coating.
  8. Heat the oil in a deep pan or deep fat fryer to about 150ºC/300ºF. If you have a cooking thermometer it’s a good idea to use it. Otherwise, test if the oil is hot enough by adding a piece of raw potato and leaving it for about 1 minute – if it sizzles and browns, it’s ready.
  9. Carefully lower the eggs into the pan and cook for 4 minutes, or until golden, turning them every so often. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper (if you’re worried about the meat being under-cooked, deep-fry the scotch eggs until they’re golden and crispy, then pop them in a hot oven for a couple of minutes.)
  10. Cool the Scotch eggs slightly, then arrange on board with a good piece of Scottish Cheddar, some pickle and a few pickled onions. Heaven.

Tips

It’s not always easy to tell if an egg is past its best. A quick way to test an egg’s freshness is to place it in a glass of cold water: if it sinks, it’s fresh; if it rises, it’s stale. And, the flatter the egg lies on the bottom of the glass, the fresher it is. Genius!

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Best scotch egg recipe | Jamie Oliver picnic recipes (2024)

FAQs

How to make Scotch eggs Jamie Oliver? ›

Roll each egg in the seasoned flour, gently tapping off any excess, then dip it in the beaten egg mixture. Finally, roll it in the breadcrumbs, making sure it is evenly coated. Heat the oil for deep-frying in a deep-fryer or large saucepan over a medium–high heat until it reaches a temperature of 190°C (375°F).

What is traditionally served with Scotch eggs? ›

Mustard sauce

Mustard is a common condiment served with various meat-based dishes, and Scotch eggs are no exception. This combination has become a traditional and classic pairing - the piquant and zesty notes of the mustard sauce bring out the best in the Scotch eggs and give it an extra punch.

How do you keep Scotch eggs from splitting when cooking? ›

Place the egg in the middle and wrap the egg with the meat. Pinch the edges together and smooth the ball so that there are no gaps or bumps. (If the covering isn't even, the Scotch egg will split during cooking.)

Do Scotch eggs have to be deep-fried? ›

A Scotch egg is a boiled egg wrapped in sausage meat, coated in breadcrumbs and baked or deep-fried.

What is a Dutch Scotch egg? ›

It resembles a giant type of croquette. Then you find a layer of ragout and a whole egg inside its crispy coating. Whether you want to try all of the culinary surprises Groningen presents, or simply feel like a late night snack: the eierbal (Dutch Scotch egg) is something you must try at least once in your life.

How healthy are scotch eggs? ›

Scotch eggs are not specifically good for weight loss, but they are a relatively low-calorie and filling snack. Each egg has about 150 calories, and they are generally high in protein and fiber. This makes them a good option for people looking for a healthy snack that will help them stay full between meals.

What is the outside of a Scotch egg called? ›

A traditional Scotch Egg is a boiled egg coated in pork sausage meat, with an outer crust of breadcumbs.

Are scotch eggs hard or soft boiled? ›

Scotch egg is a hard-boiled egg that is completely coated in the sausage that is then dredged in flour, dipped in an egg wash, covered in breadcrumbs, and fried until golden brown.

Do Scotch eggs go bad? ›

Scotch eggs, when store-bought and unopened, typically stay good for about 1 to 2 weeks in the fridge, assuming they are kept at or below 40°F. Even if the printed date on the package has not passed, it's important to use your senses to ensure the Scotch eggs are still good.

Can I freeze homemade Scotch eggs? ›

CAN I FREEZE THEM? All the scotch eggs can be frozen for up to 3 months, best to freeze as soon as possible. We recommend writing the date when you freeze them so you don't miss out. We also recommend defrosting naturally then reheating in the oven for 10-15 minutes at 180 to bring back the lovely crisppyness!

Why do they call it a Scotch egg? ›

Their name in those days was 'Scotties,' allegedly because they were made at an eatery by the name of William J Scott & Sons close to the seafront. Hence, over a period of time, the term Scotch eggs was adopted.

How do I know if a Scotch egg is cooked? ›

Dip each into beaten egg; coat with bread crumbs to cover completely. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 35 minutes or until sausage is thoroughly cooked and no longer pink near egg.

Why do my Scotch eggs crack? ›

Brush the glaze over each of the scotch eggs – this will help the breadcrumbs stick and stop the meat from cracking. Gently roll each scotch egg through the breadcrumbs, so each one is coated evenly. When done you shouldn't be able to see the sausage meat on any of the scotch eggs.

What temperature should Scotch eggs be cooked? ›

Pour in oil to a depth of 2” and heat over medium heat to 375°. Fry eggs, turning occasionally and maintaining oil temperature of 350°, until sausage is cooked through and breading is golden brown and crisp, 5–6 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer eggs to paper towels to drain. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

What makes a Scotch egg a Scotch egg? ›

Scotch eggs were originally spiked with cloves and highly spiced in an attempt to sweeten the often putrefying meat. The term itself is obscure but may come, though I doubt it, from a corruption of the word 'scorch' (which in Elizabethan times had ribald associations).

What is a Scotch egg in England? ›

Scotch egg, a traditional British dish consisting of a shelled hard-boiled egg that is wrapped in sausage, covered in breadcrumbs, and then deep-fried or baked until crispy. It is a popular pub and picnic dish and is commonly served cold in Britain. The Scotch egg has competing origin stories.

How are supermarket Scotch eggs made? ›

A Scotch egg is a boiled egg that has been wrapped in sausage, breaded, and deep-fried or baked. Despite its name, this likely has English (not Scottish) origins. Scotch eggs are commonly found at picnics in the U.K. and packaged Scotch eggs are widely available in British supermarkets, corner shops, and gas stations.

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