Scotch Eggs

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Remove sausage meat from casings and place in a bowl. Add herbs, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Step 2

Divide the sausage meat mixture into 4 portions. Flatten each portion into a patty shape.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Step 4

Carefully lower in 4 -6 eggs and cook for 5 minutes for a runny yolk or 6 minutes for a firmer yolk.

Step 5

Transfer eggs to ice water to cool. Peel and set aside.

Step 6

Place a peeled egg in the centre of each patty and shape the meat evenly around the egg until sealed. Chill for 30 minutes.

Step 7

Beat the remaining 2 eggs. Prepare three bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.

Step 8

Roll each sausage-encased egg in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs.

Step 9

Chill while heating the oil.

Step 10

Fill a deep saucepan halfway with oil and heat to 320f (use a cooking thermometer or test with bread - it should sizzle and turn golden brown in 40 seconds).

Step 11

Deep fry 2-3 eggs at a time for 6-8 minutes until crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Step 12

Cut Scotch eggs in half, place on a plate with mustard sauce, and garnish with chives. Enjoy!