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Sunny Scotch Eggs (no pork)

‘Such a cheerful change from an ordinary Scotch egg, the lemony chicken and pink dip disappeared first’

Scotch eggs have had a summer makeover! These bright little picnic heroes swap traditional pork for juicy chicken mince flavoured with Greenfields Za’atar, Sumac, Dill Weed and Preserved Lemon. Peas keep the filling fresh and colourful, while black and white sesame seeds give the crisp coating a playful confetti finish. Serve them with the vivid pink beetroot and Greek yoghurt dip for maximum summer cheer.

Makes 6 Scotch eggs

Preparation time: 30 minutes

Chilling time: 20 minutes

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes

For the Scotch eggs:

7 medium free-range eggs

500g chicken mince

80g frozen petits pois, defrosted and lightly crushed

2 spring onions, finely sliced

2 tablespoons finely chopped Greenfields Preserved Lemon

1 teaspoon Greenfields Za’atar

1 teaspoon Greenfields Sumac

1 teaspoon Greenfields Dill Weed

½ teaspoon Greenfields Garlic Powder

½ teaspoon Greenfields Ground Cumin

½ teaspoon Greenfields Himalayan Pink Salt (Fine)

¼ teaspoon Greenfields Ground Black Pepper

50g plain flour

100g panko breadcrumbs

1 teaspoon Greenfields Smoked Paprika

1 tablespoon Greenfields White Sesame Seeds

1 tablespoon Greenfields Black Sesame Seeds

Sunflower oil, for deep-frying

For the pink beetroot dip:

150g thick Greek yoghurt

75g cooked beetroot, finely grated

1 teaspoon Greenfields Sumac

½ teaspoon Greenfields Dried Lime or Lime Powder

A pinch of Greenfields Himalayan Pink Salt (Fine)

To serve:

A handful of rocket or watercress

Sliced radishes

Cucumber ribbons

Fresh mint leaves

. Bring a saucepan of water to the boil. Carefully add 6 eggs and cook for 6½ minutes for softly set, jammy centres, or 8 minutes for firmer centres.

2. Transfer the eggs immediately to iced water. Leave for 10 minutes, then peel gently and pat dry.

3. Mix the chicken mince, crushed peas, spring onions, preserved lemon, Za’atar, Sumac, Dill Weed, Garlic Powder, Ground Cumin, salt and black pepper. Divide into 6 equal portions.

4. Flatten one portion of chicken mixture between two pieces of baking paper. Place a boiled egg in the centre, then carefully mould the chicken around it, sealing every gap. Repeat with the remaining eggs. Chill for 20 minutes.

5. Put the flour in one shallow bowl. Beat the remaining raw egg in a second bowl. In a third bowl, combine the panko, Smoked Paprika and both sesame seeds.

6. Roll each wrapped egg first in flour, then in beaten egg and finally in the colourful sesame crumb. Press gently so the coating adheres.

7. Heat 6–7cm of sunflower oil in a deep, heavy-based pan to 170°C. Carefully fry the Scotch eggs in small batches for 7–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until deeply golden and the chicken is completely cooked. The centre of the chicken layer should reach at least 75°C.

8. Drain on kitchen paper and rest for 5 minutes.

9. Make the dip by mixing the yoghurt, grated beetroot, Sumac, Dried Lime or Lime Powder and salt until rippled bright pink.

10. Serve the Scotch eggs whole or halved with the pink dip, rocket, radishes, cucumber ribbons, and mint.

Wet your hands lightly before shaping the chicken mixture to prevent sticking. Keep the chicken layer even and completely sealed so the eggs cook uniformly. For a lighter version, spray the crumbed eggs generously with oil and air-fry at 190°C for approximately 16–20 minutes. Turn halfway through and check that the chicken reaches at least 75°C. The eggs can be assembled and crumbed up to one day ahead. Keep them covered in the fridge and cook just before serving. For picnics, cook the yolks until firm and transport the chilled Scotch eggs in a cool box with ice packs. Do not leave them in direct sunshine. Greenfields Sumac adds a tangy, berry-like brightness, while Preserved Lemon delivers a lively salty-citrus flavour without making the chicken mixture wet.

Approximate values per Scotch egg, including dip: 410 kcal; protein 27g; carbohydrates 29g; fat 21g; saturated fat 5g; fibre 3g; sugars 4g; salt 1.2g.

In this recipe:

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WHO WOULD LOVE THIS?

Picnic lovers, adventurous families and anyone who enjoys colourful food with fresh Middle Eastern flavours will adore these. They are also ideal for people looking for a fun, pork-free alternative to a traditional Scotch egg.

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