Republic Scotch Egg Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Eggs

   Place 6 large eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer for 8-10 minutes for hard-boiled eggs. Once cooked, transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool, then peel them carefully.

2. 2

   Prepare the Sausage Mixture

   In a mixing bowl, combine 500 grams of sausage meat with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground nutmeg. Mix well until all spices are evenly distributed.

3. 3

   Coat the Eggs

   Divide the sausage mixture into 6 equal portions. Take one portion and flatten it in your hand. Place a peeled egg in the center and mold the sausage around the egg until it is fully encased. Repeat this for the remaining eggs.

4. 4

   Prepare for Breading

   Set up a breading station with 100 grams of all-purpose flour in one bowl, an egg wash (1 beaten egg) in another, and 150 grams of breadcrumbs in a third.

5. 5

   Bread the Eggs

   Roll each sausage-wrapped egg in the flour until evenly coated, then dip it into the egg wash, and finally roll it in the breadcrumbs until fully covered. Repeat for all eggs.

6. 6

   Fry the Eggs

   In a large pot or deep fryer, heat 1 litre of vegetable oil to 180°C (350°F). Carefully lower the breaded eggs into the hot oil, cooking them for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove them and drain on paper towels.

7. 7

   Serve

   Allow the Scotch eggs to cool slightly before slicing in half to reveal the yolk. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy!