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The Scotch Egg, a perfect British snack, on a picnic or even for breakfast! Make with the kids or surprise them by popping it in their lunch box! This unofficial recipe is perfect for any one following Slimming World, Weight Watchers or a calorie controlled diet.

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How are you all? If you are new here, welcome to my little space on the internet! Today I would love to talk to you about scotch eggs….

Every country and cuisine has its convenience food: the dish that’s so popular that it’s in the supermarket, the corner shop, a posh restaurant, the petrol station… so, why would you ever bother making it yourself? For us here in the UK I think that convenience food has to be a Scotch Egg or a Sausage roll right?

So why am I telling you to make it yourself? Mainly because a shop bought Scotch egg is FULL of calories… and honestly this recipe is much tastier. It will be loved by all of the family and the kids will love joining in with creating too.

Scotch Eggs can have a million variations but my favourite is this simple pork sausage recipe using Syn Free Slimming World sausages. Coated in crispy breadcrumbs using your Healthy extra B allowance means this recipe can be 100% Syn free*. Scotch Eggs are next level and not at all difficult. Give these a try now!

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This Scotch Egg recipe has got to be the best ever! If you’ve only ever eaten shop bought Scotch Eggs, then be prepared to be pleasantly surprised at these delicious homemade ones. They taste nothing like the shop bought scotch eggs, which, I often find, taste synthetic, with an overwhelming taste of salt in the sausage layer. Often the eggs can be so hard that they are almost “chewy” too… You certainly won’t find that here if you follow the recipe correctly.

You don’t need anything fancy to create this recipe.. other than some Syn free Slimming World sausages available in Iceland.

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Don’t get me wrong.. these are absolutely not the best sausages around.. but because we are basically mashing them up and using them as a coating they actually work really well.

Why you’ll love this recipe….

  • Tasty
  • Easy to make
  • The whole family will love them
  • Syn free
  • Perfect for a picnic
  • Low in salt
  • Healthy alternative
  • Uses Healthy extra B

Is this recipe Slimming World friendly?

Absolutely!! Remember to use Slimming World sausages from Iceland and take the breadcrumbs from your Healthy extra B allowance and you are ready to go!

Related Article: What is Healthy Extra B?

Batch Cook – Storage Information

  • Fridge:Store cooked scotch eggs in the fridge after cooling. Best wrapped in foil and kept for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat:Best eaten cold if you intend to store them for later.
  • Freezer:Not suitable for freezing.

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Syn Free Scotch Eggs

The Scotch Egg, a perfect British snack, on a picnic or even for breakfast! Make with the kids or surprise them by popping it in their lunch box! This unofficial recipe is perfect for any one following Slimming World, Weight Watchers or a calorie controlled diet.

Nutritional Information

Slimming World Syns: Zero (Using Healthy Extra B)

Weight Watchers: Coming Soon

Calories: 379 Per Scotch Egg

Course Breakfast, Lunch, Snack

Total Time 1 hour hour

Servings 4 Scotch eggs

Ingredients

  • 60g Wholemeal Bread
  • 4 Eggs (Hard boiled to your taste)
  • 720g (2 packs) Slimming World Sausages (Defrosted)
  • 3 Eggs (Beaten)
  • 1 tsp Mustard Powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Parsley
  • 1 tsp Mixed Herbs
  • ½ tsp Paprika
  • ¼ tsp Smoked Paprika
  • Pinch Salt
  • Pinch Pepper
  • Frylight

Instructions

  • Remove the skin from the sausages, you may find this easier to do when still frozen by dipping in boiling water.

  • Boil 4 eggs for 5 – 6 minutes. Place into cold water after their cooking time has passed.

  • Using a food processor blitz the bread into crumbs. Place into a bowl, add Mustard powder, Paprika, Smoked Paprika, Salt and Pepper, mix together and then put to one side.

  • Mash the sausage meat using a potato masher or food blender. Place into a bowl and add the Parsley and mixed herbs, use your hands to combine. Divide into 4 potions and place to one side.

  • Preheat oven to 200c/180c Fan/Gas mark 6.

  • Beat 3 eggs in a small bowl and place to one side.

  • Take your first portion of sausage meat, flatten in your hands, dip your first boiled egg into the beaten egg and then wrap the sausage meat around the egg until it is fully covered. Repeat with the remaining 3 eggs.

  • Spritz a baking pan with Frylight.

  • Dip each scotch egg into the beaten egg again and then roll in the bread crumbs until completley covered. Place each scotch egg onto the pan and spray with Frylight.

  • Place into the oven for 20/25 minutes. Serve when golden brown.

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FAQs

Can you eat Scotch eggs on a diet? ›

Scotch eggs are not specifically good for weight loss, but they are a relatively low-calorie and filling snack. Each egg has about 150 calories, and they are generally high in protein and fiber. This makes them a good option for people looking for a healthy snack that will help them stay full between meals.

How many calories in a homemade Scotch egg? ›

There are 277 Calories per portion in these Scotch Eggs, which means they fall into our Everyday Light category. This Scotch Eggs recipe is perfect if you're following a calorie controlled diet and fits well with any one of the major diet plans such as Weight Watchers.

When should I eat Scotch eggs? ›

While one would think this is a breakfast food given the ingredients, it is commonly served as an appetizer after being sliced in half or quartered. Scotch eggs can be served cold or hot.

What to serve with Scotch eggs as a meal? ›

Serve your Scotch eggs with crispy potato wedges or chips (try our Beer-Battered Chips) for a hearty and satisfying meal. The combination of the crunchy coating of the Scotch egg and the crispiness of the potatoes creates a delightful contrast in textures.

What is the one week egg diet for weight loss? ›

The one-week egg diet plan recommends eating only eggs, water, non-sugary beverages, leafy greens, non-starchy vegetables, and whole grains. To lose weight with the egg diet, at least one meal with eggs must be the main course. There are several variations of the egg diet, such as an egg-only or a boiled egg diet.

Can I eat scrambled eggs everyday to lose weight? ›

Yes, eggs have a useful role to play in a healthy balanced diet for weight loss. Eggs are relatively low in calories (there are 66 calories in a medium size egg) and are nutrient-dense, providing high quality protein as well as a range of vitamins and minerals.

Are Scotch Eggs high in carbs? ›

Asda Scotch Eggs (1 scotch egg) contains 17.1g total carbs, 16g net carbs, 14g fat, 10g protein, and 232 calories.

How many calories are in 2 Scotch Eggs? ›

Energy: 236 calories
Protein12g
Carbs16g
Fat14g

Can you eat Scotch Eggs for breakfast? ›

Breakfast Sausage Scotch Eggs are a perfect protein-packed, paleo, gluten-free breakfast. They're also great as a pre-workout snack!

Should you keep Scotch eggs in the fridge? ›

Muir's Deli's Scotch eggs, a traditional British dish consisting of a shelled semi-hard-boiled egg wrapped in our Black Pudding, covered in breadcrumbs, and then deep-fried or baked until crispy. Cooked Scotch Eggs will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Should Scotch eggs be eaten hot or cold? ›

Is it okay to serve a Scotch egg cold at a picnic, or does it have to be eaten hot? Next to sandwiches, Scotch eggs are the ideal picnic food. Serving it at room temperature or cold is just fine. You can eat it whole, halved, quartered or slice or even as a filling in your sandwiches and get the best of both worlds.

How long will a Scotch egg last in the fridge? ›

Once cooked and cooled, the Scotch eggs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, but bring to room temperature to serve.

How do you keep Scotch eggs from splitting when cooking? ›

Place the egg in the middle and wrap the egg with the meat. Pinch the edges together and smooth the ball so that there are no gaps or bumps. (If the covering isn't even, the Scotch egg will split during cooking.)

Why do they call a Scotch egg a Scotch egg? ›

Their name in those days was 'Scotties,' allegedly because they were made at an eatery by the name of William J Scott & Sons close to the seafront. Hence, over a period of time, the term Scotch eggs was adopted.

Are Scotch eggs high in carbs? ›

Asda Scotch Eggs (1 scotch egg) contains 17.1g total carbs, 16g net carbs, 14g fat, 10g protein, and 232 calories.

How many calories are in a Scotch egg? ›

300 Calories
Fat21 g
Carbs16 g
Fiber0 g
Protein12 g

How many calories are in 2 Scotch eggs? ›

Energy: 236 calories
Protein12g
Carbs16g
Fat14g

How many calories in a Scottish egg? ›

Scotch Egg
Typical ValuesPer 100gscotch egg (113g)
242.5kcal274kcal
Total Fat15.9g18g
Saturated Fat4.9g5.5g
Sugars0.8g0.9g
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Nov 24, 2023

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