Egg free Scotch Eggs? I know right, you think I’ve actually lost it this time! The truth is this recipe idea was born out of me making a joke on a Facebook page. I made the joke, then a little voice in my head said ‘that’s impossible’…then the other voice said ‘who say’s it’s impossible’?
Yes, I have little voices in my head, lets just sweep that aside for now and focus on the main topic here.
I’ve never been a huge fan of scotch eggs, don’t get me wrong I’ll eat them if there on offer but would never go out of my way to buy them…that is until I found out I could no longer tolerate eggs, and whoop-de-do all of a sudden I start to crave scotch eggs, isn’t it always the way?
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Can I make these eggless Scotch Egg Vegan?
Yes you most certainly can make my homemade Scotch Eggs vegan simply by swapping out the sausages for meat free sausages. Please be wary of vegan products however. Many meat substitute products have wheat and specifically rusk in them to support the structure of the product. It goes without saying but always read the labels.
How to make a homemade eggless Scotch Egg!
here’s the step-by-step instructions on how to make your eggless scotch egg, honest, it’s not as difficult as you think. Keep me updated on how you get on, I’d love to see your eggless creations too.
Other recipe inspiration for gluten free and vegan ‘sausage’ meat
Other savoury egg free recipe ideas
Egg Free Scotch Eggs Recipe
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Egg Free Scotch Eggs!
Ingredients
- 2 packs gluten free sausages 12 in total
- 250 g cauliflower
- 100 g gluten free bread crumbs I used Mrs Crimbles breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp mustard I used mild hot dog mustard (check for gluten)
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
‘Egg’ filling
- First you need to make your ‘egg’ filling. To do this pop the cauliflower in a blender and blitz until an even crumbly mix.
- Pop the cauliflower crumbs into a bowl add a tablespoon of water and cover with clingfilm. Pop in the microwave for 1 minute to soften slightly. Drain any excess liquid. Leave to cool.
- Once cooled add the mayonnaise, mustard and seasoning. Spoon the mixture into an ice cube tray or ideally a cake pop silicone mould. You'll need 20 cubes/half pops in total. Place in the freezer until the mixture has frozen solid. This should take about 40 minutes.
The Meaty Bit
- Split the skins of all 12 sausages and remove, place all the sausage meat in a bowl and beat to remove any lumps.
- Take 10 equal portions of the sausage meat and roll into a ball. On a floured surface press the meat ball into an oval shape about 5mm thick. Repeat with all 10 meat balls.
Building your Scotch Egg
- This bits messy… Take your ‘egg’ ice cubes/half pops from the freezer. This is where you’ll realise that a cake pop mould works better because two half pops will make a lovely little circle of ‘egg’ mixture to wrap in sausage meat. Ice cubes will work but you’ll have a more egg shaped scotch egg for your end result (maybe not a bad thing).
- Carefully wrap the meat around the ‘egg’ making sure there are no tears in the meat and the holes are all pinched together to seal. Repeat until all scotch eggs are meat covered.
- Gently roll your meaty balls in the bread crumbs. I use Mrs Crimbles because the taste is more authentic and it’s easier. If you choose to make your own make sure you use STALE gluten free bread crumbs.
- Once you’ve coated your scotch eggs in bread crumbs pop onto a tray or in a cupcake tin to prevent them from rolling around and escaping!
- Pop into a preheated oven 200°C | Gas 5 for 20-25 minutes until golden. There may be some liquid seepage but this will be reduced if you make sure all the excess liquid was drained from the cauliflower.
- If taking on a picnic allow to cool completely before popping into Tupperware, alternatively have for dinner as these are equally as delicious hot!
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Mel says
I haven’t tried these babies yet. Must give them a go soon, or even better: maybe you could make them next time we meet up :) xxx
Glutarama says
No worries Mel, sounds like a plan xxx
Julie McPherson says
These are genius, I would never have guessed how you did it. They are perfect for a summer picnic. :)
Glutarama says
hehe, thank you Julie…I have no idea where these recipes come from but I trust them when the do pop into my head…not had one fail me yet!
Midge @Peachicks' Bakery says
Wow lady they look amazing! And eggfree too – bloody genius mrs! (I’ve never had a scotch egg but I am def going to give these a try! x
Balvinder says
I think its brilliant to come up with a recipe of egg free scotch eggs. They actually look yummy!
Glutarama says
Thank you, it’s a recipe idea I’m going to have trouble topping now!
jacqui says
if they taste as good as they look my guess is you wont miss the egg!
Glutarama says
It’s quite clever, the texture of the cauliflower allows your brain to think you re eating egg, the mayo and the mustard are the predominant creamy flavour. It’s magic!
Louise says
I actually love the sound of these even though I can eat eggs #cookblogshare
Glutarama says
Wonderful Louise….of course I’d love to eat the real thing but as that is not possible, these are my new favourites instead!
Jo says
Wow, i love your creativity Rebecca. These are absolute genius and they look like the real deal. So cleaver. Jo x
Glutarama says
Thank you Jo, genius is one step away from madness so maybe you’re right! ;-)
Kirsty Hijacked By Twins says
Ooooh love this! They look like egg filled Scotch eggs! Wow! Thank you for sharing with #CookBlogShare x
Glutarama says
I know! They taste pretty darn good too!
Laura says
Confession: I’ve never had regular Scotch eggs, never mind caulimayos. Definitely want to try these now! Ingenious way of leaving out the egg.
Eb Gargano / easypeasyfoodie.com says
How clever – I did wonder how on earth you were going to achieve egg-free scotch eggs!! What a genius solution. I am actually not much of a fan of hard boiled eggs (I’m not very fussy, but it’s one of the few things I really don’t like – that and raw bananas), but I reckon I would really like these!! :-D Eb x P.S. Also really loving that cool little gallery for the step by step you’ve got going on there!!
Glutarama says
Thank you, that means a lot Eb, I think you’re awesome xxxx
Eb Gargano / easypeasyfoodie.com says
Aw, thanks sweetie – I think you are awesome too! :-D Thanks for linking it up to #CookBlogShare!! Eb x
Angela / Only Crumbs Remain says
Wow Revbecca, what a clever idea! imagine using calflower pieces in place of the egg – ingenious!
Angela x
Glutarama says
Thank you Angela, my friend asked me how I thought of it when she ate one…I don’t exactly know is the honest answer. My brain just spits out ideas and when it does…I trust them!
Nat @ Intolerant Gourmand says
Simply genius, you clever thing!! These are little dude safe, so I’m going to make some with him and see what he thinks! :) x
Glutarama says
Awesome, hope he likes them, the cauliflower taste is dulled down radically in the cooking process (they do smell a bit cauliflowery when still warm though)..only mention it just in case dude is anti cauliflower, otherwise, you wouldn’t really know, its the texture and look I wanted and think I’ve nailed it xxx
Mandy says
These look amazing! I actually hate scotch eggs and I think this would be a much better version for me – just need to make it veggie… *Goes off to plan*
Glutarama says
Brilliant, glad I’ve inspired you xx
Vicki Montague says
This is so very clever. How do you come up with these ideas? I think you’re like me…if you can’t have something then you want it and find a way to re-create it! Fabulous. Now I’ve got some act to follow!
Glutarama says
Nonsense, we just keep getting better and better, can’t wait to see your picnic offering….and yes, I am stubborn when it comes to wanting what I can’t have! ;-) xx
Kate - gluten free alchemist says
Very clever! They look fab and very ‘Scotch Eggy’. Well done! I would never have thought of something like this (but then…. I love eggs and am lucky enough that I can eat them!).
Glutarama says
Thank you Kate, I’ve always been a bit odd when it comes to mixing things up, but then you’re the alchemist here, your concoctions are awesome xxx
Mel says
You’re brilliant my lovely! I love your style! Your eggless scotch eggs look like scotch eggs. You’re a genius! Scotch eggs are perfect for a picnic, so are your scotch caulimayos! :)
Glutarama says
Scotch Caulimayos eh? … could catch on! Thank you Mel, love ya x
jo says
scotch caulimayos, i love it. You’re such a scream mel!