Description
Herb Infused Scotch Eggs are a flavorful twist on the classic British snack, featuring a juicy ground beef coating seasoned with fresh herbs and spices. Soft-boiled eggs are wrapped in a seasoned meat mixture, breaded, and deep-fried to golden perfection, making a delicious and hearty appetizer or snack served on a fresh bed of lettuce.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 5 Free Range Eggs
Meat Mixture
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1/2 tablespoon Fresh Chives, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1/2 tablespoon Onion Powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro, chopped
Coating
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 scrambled Free Range Egg (from the 5 eggs)
Serving
- 1 pound Lettuce, as a bed for serving
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs: Place 4 of the free-range eggs into boiling water and cook for 6-8 minutes until soft-boiled. Immediately transfer them to ice water for 5 minutes to stop cooking, then carefully peel the shells off.
- Prepare the Meat Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 pound of ground beef with freshly chopped chives, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and chopped fresh cilantro. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
- Scramble the Remaining Egg: Take the last egg and scramble it lightly in a separate bowl. Set this aside; it will be used for coating.
- Form the Scotch Eggs: Lightly coat each peeled boiled egg in all-purpose flour. Then, take a handful of the prepared meat mixture and flatten it in your palm. Place an egg in the center and carefully mold the meat around it, forming a tight, round ball fully encasing the egg.
- Coat the Meat Balls: Roll each meat-covered egg first in flour, then dip in the scrambled egg wash, and finally coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs to create a crispy outer layer.
- Deep Fry: Heat oil to 360°F (182°C) in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot. Carefully deep-fry each coated meat ball for about 10 minutes until the meat is fully cooked, and the exterior is golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the Scotch eggs from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot on a bed of fresh lettuce to add a crisp, refreshing contrast to the rich flavors.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature stays steady at 360°F to cook evenly and avoid greasy Scotch eggs.
- Use fresh herbs finely chopped to enhance flavor without overpowering the dish.
- Soft-boiling the eggs keeps the yolks slightly creamy, which is traditional for Scotch eggs.
- Peeling the eggs gently prevents breaking the whites, which ensures a smooth meat coating.
- Breadcrumb coating is key for a crispy exterior; panko breadcrumbs can be used for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: Scotch Eggs, Herb Infused Scotch Eggs, British Snack, Deep Fried Eggs, Ground Beef Recipe, Appetizer, Soft-Boiled Eggs, Crispy Coated Eggs
