These Keto Air Fryer Scotch Eggs are a low-carb version of the traditional British treat. Soft-boiled eggs are wrapped with seasoned, delicious sausage and air-fried without the use of breadcrumbs until they get golden. They are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a high-protein snack since each mouthful offers a delightful blend of crispy outside and tender, juicy within. The air fryer preserves all the rich, savory characteristics of classic Scotch eggs while making them lighter. These Keto Air Fryer Scotch Eggs are high in protein, keto-friendly, and easy to modify with spices. They are also perfect for meal preparation.
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STATS FOR THIS RECIPE
- Calories: 310 kilocalories
- Course: Snack or breakfast, or appetizer
- Time required for prep: 15 minutes
- Serving size: 1 scotch egg
- Cook time: Fifteen(15) minutes
- Cuisine: British
- Active working time: Thirty(30) minutes
- Diet: Keto, high-protein, low-carb
- Serving: Four eggs
- Cooking technique: Air-fryer
TOOLS
- Bowl for sausage mixture
- Knife
- Air fryer
- Tongs
- Small spatula or spoon
- Cutting board
- Saucepan for boiling eggs
INGREDIENTS
- 1 tbsp of avocado or olive oil
- Garlic powder, half tsp.
- 2 tbsps of almond flour
- Eggs, 4
- Salt, to taste
- Half tsp of Italian seasoning
- Onion powder, half a tsp.
- 1/2 tsp. of smoked paprika
- Black pepper, per taste
- Half a pound of Pork sausage, 225 grams
INGREDIENT NOTES
ALMOND FLOUR
- It is optional but not required to utilize, though it helps to provide the crisp corners. Coconut flour also works, but not that well, as it may absorb moisture.
EGGS
- You will require large eggs. If you boil them soft, they will give you a creamy center; otherwise, boil them hard if you don’t want the creamy center.
SPICES
- Garlic powder, thyme, onion powder, and smoked paprika are the seasonings that make the dish flavorful without increasing the carb count. Regulate the amount as per taste.
SAUSAGE
- As the diet is keto, we need high-fat pork sausage in ground form. To add low-fat content, go for chicken or turkey ground meat.
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INSTRUCTIONS
- Add all the eggs in pot and include the water.
- Light the medium flame and place the saucepan over it.
- When water starts to boil, leave the eggs to cook for 6 minutes for a soft boil.
- Immediately transfer them to chilled water to stop the boiling process.
- Then, peel the eggs and keep the in the corner.
- Mix salt, garlic & onion powder, pepper, ground sausage, thyme, and smoked paprika in a vessel.
- Divide this sausage mixture into four equal portions.
- Give each portion the shape of a patty.
- Now, place a peeled egg in the center.
- Wrap that egg in the center of that sausage patty.
- Now, roll each sausage-wrapped egg in the almond flour to form a crisp coating.
- Heat the empty air fryer at 190 °C and lightly grease the basket using spray.
- Arrange the scotched eggs in the basket such that they don’t touch each other.
- Again, spray them with olive oil.
- Airfry them for around fifteen minutes while changing their sides at halftime.
- Give them rest at the counter, as they are air-fried.
- Then cut them in half to disclose the beautiful interior.
- Serve these Keto Air Fryer Scotch Eggs with your favorite keto dip.
TIPS
- A small spatula or spoon will help you shape the sausage mixture in an even manner around the egg.
- Add parsley or chives in the blend to boost the flavor.
- You can freeze the cooked eggs to bring together fast at the serving.
- The time for boiling the eggs is not fixed. It regulates according to taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION
FRIDGE
- Pack the remaining scorched eggs in a sealed vessel. This way, they can be chilled in the fridge and consumed within four days.
FREEZER
- Pack every scorched egg, using cling wrap, and pack each of them in a freezer-friendly bag. Freeze them to consume within two months. They can be reheated directly from the frozen state using an air fryer at 175 °C for 10 to 12 minutes.
FAQs
How do I know that the yolk is soft inside while the white is firm?
- When the water begins to boil simmer it for 6 minutes, then airfry inside the sausage covering. You will get the same as you want.
Will the chicken sausage work as a replacement for pork?
- Yes, you may use the chicken sausage, but the dish will be less juicy due to low fat content.
Will the coconut flour work instead of the almond flour?
- Sure! Coconut flour also crisps up as it is a low-carb flour, but use only one to two tsps.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 310 kilocalories
Net carbs: One gram
Total carbs: 02 g
Fiber: One gram
Protein: 19 g
Serving size: One scotch egg
Sodium: 520 mg
Fats: Twenty-five grams
Serving: Serves 4 persons