Golden Crusted Sage & Turkey Scotch Eggs Recipe 🥚🍳

Baked Scotch Eggs 🥚🍳

Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 4

Description:

The inhabitants of Scotland seem to have a mania for deep fried food; they are notorious for deep frying Mars bars. Scotch Eggs are one of their better efforts in this tradition. However, these are just as good baked and a great deal less greasy.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Meat:

   • Mix the ground turkey thoroughly with salt, rubbed sage, pepper, thyme, and clove. Ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
   • Divide the seasoned meat into four equal portions.

2. Boil the Eggs:

   • Hard boil the eggs by placing them in boiling water for about 12 minutes.
   • Once boiled, remove the eggs from heat, peel them, and dip them in water to cool.
   • Lightly coat the peeled eggs in flour.

3. Wrap and Coat the Eggs:

   • Take each boiled egg and carefully wrap it in one portion of the seasoned meat. Ensure the egg is completely covered with the meat mixture.
   • Beat the remaining egg in a separate bowl.
   • Dip each meat-wrapped egg into the beaten egg, ensuring it’s fully coated.
   • Next, roll the coated eggs in breadcrumbs, covering them evenly.

4. Chill the Eggs:

   • Place the coated Scotch eggs in the refrigerator to chill for at least one hour. Chilling helps the coating to set and adhere better.

5. Bake the Scotch Eggs:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Arrange the chilled Scotch eggs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
   • Once baked, remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

• Baked Scotch Eggs make a delightful breakfast or brunch option.
• Serve them with a side of fresh salad, pickles, or your favorite dipping sauce.
• These eggs are also perfect for a light lunch or snack, enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 603
• Fat: 32.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 11.6g
• Cholesterol: 314.3mg
• Sodium: 838.6mg
• Carbohydrates: 39.7g
  • Fiber: 2.6g
  • Sugar: 3.6g
• Protein: 34.3g

Recipe Notes:

• Experiment with different seasonings to customize the flavor of your Scotch Eggs.
• You can also try using ground pork or a mix of pork and beef for a variation in taste.
• Ensure the meat is tightly wrapped around the egg to prevent it from falling apart during baking.
• For a crispier crust, you can double-coat the eggs by dipping them in egg and breadcrumbs twice before baking.

Enjoy these delectable Baked Scotch Eggs, a savory treat that combines the best of Scottish tradition with a healthier, baked twist! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥚🍴