Air Fryer Scotch Eggs

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound (454g) breakfast sausage
• 8 large eggs
• 1/2 cup (60g) bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) black pepper
• 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
• Vegetable oil spray

Preparation Time:

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15-18 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel the eggs and wrap each one in plastic wrap. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up.
3. Divide the breakfast sausage into 8 equal portions and flatten each one into a patty.
4. In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, flour, salt, and pepper.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs.
6. Unwrap the eggs and dip each one into the milk mixture.
7. Roll the eggs in the bread crumb mixture, making sure they are evenly coated.
8. Place the eggs on a plate lined with parchment paper.
9. Wrap each egg with a sausage patty, pressing firmly to seal.
10. Spray the air fryer basket with vegetable oil.
11. Place the scotch eggs in the air fryer basket and cook for 15-18 minutes, or until the sausage is cooked through and the eggs are set.
12. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Protein: 12g

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy fried exterior
• Tender and creamy egg interior
• Savory sausage flavor
• Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner

User Comments:

• "These scotch eggs were so delicious! The sausage was perfectly seasoned and the eggs were cooked to perfection."
• "I love the crispy bread crumb coating on these scotch eggs. They were so easy to make and were a hit with my family."
• "These scotch eggs were so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making them again!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the eggs are completely frozen before wrapping them in the sausage. This will help prevent them from breaking during cooking.
• If you don't have an air fryer, you can bake the scotch eggs in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausage is cooked through.
• Serve the scotch eggs with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise.