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Keto Sausage Scotch Eggs with Gingerbread Spice – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Keto Sausage Scotch Eggs with Gingerbread Spice

A healthier, keto-friendly baked version of the classic Scotch Egg. Featuring a jammy yolk, savory sausage seasoned with a unique gingerbread spice mix, and baked to golden-brown perfection. Perfect for a high-protein breakfast or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 serving
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (454 g) Ground Pork
  • Medium Eggs: 6
  • 1 tsp (6 g / 0.21 oz) Salt
  • 1 tsp (2.3 g / 0.08 oz) Black Pepper
  • 0.4 tbsp (6 ml) Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.2 tbsp (3 ml) Ground Ginger
  • 0.2 tbsp (3 ml) Ground Cloves
  • 0.05 tbsp (1 ml) Ground Allspice
  • 0.05 tbsp (1 ml) Ground Star Anise
  • 0.05 tbsp (1 ml) Ground Nutmeg
  • 0.05 tbsp (1 ml) Ground Black Pepper (for spice mix)
  • Wet Your Hands: Keep a small bowl of cold water nearby to wet your hands before handling the pork. This prevents sticking and helps create a smooth, even seal around the egg.
  • Aim for Jammy Yolks: Since the eggs cook again in the oven, boil them for only 5-6 minutes. This prevents the yolk from becoming dry and chalky after baking.
  • The Ice Bath is Key: Don't skip the ice bath! It stops the cooking process and makes the eggs significantly easier to peel, resulting in a smooth surface for wrapping.

Method
 

  1. Boil & Peel Eggs: Place 6 eggs in a pot of water, bring to a boil, and cook to your desired firmness (5-6 minutes for a jammy yolk). Immediately transfer to an ice bath for 10 minutes to cool completely, then peel carefully.
  2. Prep for Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F / 175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Mix the Sausage: In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, salt, black pepper, and all the gingerbread spices.
  4. Mix with your hands until just combined—do not overwork the meat.
  5. Portion & Form: Divide the sausage mixture into 6 equal portions (about 2. 6 oz / 75g each). Flatten each portion in your palm to form a thin, wide patty.
  6. Assemble the Scotch Eggs: Place one peeled, dry egg in the center of a sausage patty. Gently mold the meat up and around the egg, ensuring it's fully encased in an even layer.
  7. Repeat for all eggs.
  8. Bake to Perfection: Arrange the Scotch eggs on your prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and beautifully golden brown.
  10. Taste Test the Meat: Before wrapping all the eggs, fry a tiny piece of the seasoned pork mixture to check the seasoning.
  11. Adjust salt and spice levels to your preference.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 20gFat: 22g

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