- It turned out too spicy.
- Capsaicin (the spicy substance) dissolves in fat, so frying dulls it a little, but remove the chilli seeds next time.
Mexican-Style Scotch Eggs
What happens when a British picnic favourite meets the Mexican fiesta vibe? The stronger taste of beef is deepened by chilli and cumin, while coriander brings freshness to the rich meat-and-egg experience. A real flavour bomb.
Ingredients
6
db
Eggs
500
g
Minced beef
1
tsp
Chilli powder
1
tsp
Ground cumin
1
tsp
Paprika
1
db
Red onion
3
cloves
Garlic
1
db
Green chilli pepper
1
tbsp
Fresh coriander
100
g
Breadcrumbs
2
db
Eggs (for coating)
500
ml
Oil
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Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl: For mixing the meat.
- Deep fryer or pot: For frying.
Allergen Information
Eggs
Cereals containing gluten
Instructions
1
✓
Boil 4 eggs (hard or medium to taste), then cool and peel.
Tip: It's easier to work with cold eggs because their structure is firmer.
2
✓
Mix the meat with the spices, finely chopped onion, garlic, chilli and coriander. Knead until you get a sticky mass.
Tip: During kneading, meat proteins (myosin) act as a glue, so it won't fall apart when frying.
3
✓
Cover the eggs evenly with the meat.
Tip: It is easier to shape with wet hands.
4
✓
Bread them: egg, then crumbs. Press the crumbs on well.
Tip: Coarser crumbs give a crispier result.
5
✓
Fry in oil until golden brown.
Tip: Turn during frying to cook evenly everywhere.
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Ingredients
- 6 db Eggs
- 500 g Minced beef
- 1 tsp Chilli powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 db Red onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 db Green chilli pepper
- 1 tbsp Fresh coriander
- 100 g Breadcrumbs
- 2 db Eggs (for coating)
- 500 ml Oil