Ingredients:
- Fresh quail eggs
- High-quality pork sausage meat
- Breadcrumbs
- Cooking oil for frying
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: herbs, spices, or seasonings for added flavor
Equipment:
- Saucepan
- Bowl of ice water
- Frying pan
- Slotted spoon
- Paper towels
Step 1: Boiling Quail Eggs
1.1. Prepare Quail Eggs: Gently place quail eggs in a saucepan, covering them with cold water.
1.2. Boil Eggs: Bring the water to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Boil for 2-7 minutes, depending on your desired yolk consistency. 2 minutes for a runny yolk, 4-5 minutes for a semi-set yolk, and 7 minutes for a fully set yolk.
1.3. Cool Rapidly: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the boiled quail eggs to a bowl of ice water. Rapidly cooling them helps in easy peeling.
Step 2: Preparing Sausage Filling
2.1. Select Quality Sausage Meat: Choose a high-quality pork sausage meat. Optionally, mix in herbs, spices, or seasonings to enhance the flavor.
2.2. Divide and Flatten: Take a small portion of sausage meat, flatten it in your palm, and place a boiled quail egg in the center.
2.3. Encase the Egg: Wrap the sausage meat around the quail egg, ensuring it’s evenly covered. Seal any seams to prevent the egg from leaking during frying.
Step 3: Coating in Breadcrumbs
3.1. Prepare Breadcrumbs: Pour breadcrumbs into a shallow dish. You can season the breadcrumbs with salt, pepper, or additional herbs for extra flavor.
3.2. Coat the Sausage-Wrapped Eggs: Roll each sausage-wrapped quail egg in the breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coating. Press gently to secure the breadcrumbs to the sausage layer.
Step 4: Frying to Golden Perfection
4.1. Heat Cooking Oil: In a frying pan, heat cooking oil over medium heat. Ensure there’s enough oil to submerge the Scotched quail eggs.
4.2. Fry Until Golden: Carefully place the coated quail eggs into the hot oil. Fry them until the exterior turns golden brown and the sausage meat is fully cooked, usually 3-5 minutes.
Step 5: Draining and Serving
5.1. Remove from Oil: Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the Scotched quail eggs from the oil, allowing excess oil to drain.
5.2. Drain on Paper Towels: Place the fried eggs on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any remaining oil.
Step 6: Serving Suggestions
6.1. Present with a Side: Serve your freshly prepared Scotched quail eggs with a side of salad, dipping sauce, or any accompaniment of your choice.
6.2. Garnish (Optional): Garnish with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of additional breadcrumbs for an extra touch.
Now, enjoy the delightful combination of crispy, flavorful coating and the rich, creamy center of your homemade Scotched quail eggs! Perfect for appetizers, snacks, or as an impressive addition to your culinary repertoire.