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Air Fryer Scotch Eggs Recipe

Air Fryer Scotch eggs are rispy on the outside, gooey on the inside! Enjoy the classic British pub fare made healthier and easier in your air fryer.

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 363 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 6 eggs hard-boiled or soft-boiled
  • 1 pound ground pork sausage
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. You can boil your eggs any way you like, using the air fryer, slow cooker, Instant Pot, or on the stovetop.
  2. Here are directions for soft boiled eggs on the stovetop. Put the eggs in a saucepan, covered with water, and bring the eggs to a rolling boil. Once the water is boiling, cover the pot with a lid and remove it from the heat. Set a timer for 6 minutes.
  3. No matter how you cook your eggs once they are done plunge them into a bowl of ice water for 5-10 minutes. Then dry them off and proceed with making Scotch eggs.
  4. Place the flour into one shallow bowl and mix with the garlic powder.
  5. Add the panko breadcrumbs to a separate shallow bowl and season with chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Beat the remaining egg and put it into a bowl by itself.
  7. Peel each of the boiled eggs.
  8. Divide the sausage into six even pieces.
  9. Flatten each sausage between two pieces of parchment paper, then wrap the sausage around the eggs completely.
  10. Roll the sausage-covered eggs in the flour, dip in the egg, and then coat the breadcrumbs.
  11. Place on a well-greased pan that will fit in your air fryer.
  12. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F for 3 minutes.
  13. Air fry the scotch eggs at 375 degrees F for 15 minutes, turning halfway through the cooking process.

Notes

  • Use freshly ground sausage for the best flavor and texture.
  • Experiment with different boiling times to ensure the eggs are cooked to your liking. For a softer yolk, boil the eggs for 5-6 minutes; for a firmer yolk, boil them for 7-8 minutes.
  • Wet your hands with water or oil to prevent the sausage from sticking to your fingers.
  • For a crispier exterior, spray the breaded scotch eggs with cooking oil before air frying.
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  • Use freshly ground sausage for the best flavor and texture.
  • Experiment with different boiling times to ensure the eggs are cooked to your liking. For a softer yolk, boil the eggs for 5-6 minutes; for a firmer yolk, boil them for 7-8 minutes.
  • Wet your hands with water or oil to prevent the sausage from sticking to your fingers.
  • For a crispier exterior, spray the breaded scotch eggs with cooking oil before air frying.

Nutrition Information

Calories 363kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 11g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 245mg (82%) Sodium 630mg (26%) Potassium 290mg (8%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 383IU (8%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 55mg (6%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 363

% Daily Value*

Calories 363kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 11g 55%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 245mg 82%
Sodium 630mg 26%
Potassium 290mg 6%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 383IU 8%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 55mg 6%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.