How To Make Bengali Scotch Eggs
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 500 grams of minced chicken
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon of red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
- Salt to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Boil the eggs until they are hard-boiled. Peel and keep aside.
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In a bowl, mix minced chicken, onion, garlic, ginger, green chilies, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt.
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Take a small portion of the chicken mixture, flatten it with your hands, and wrap it around one boiled egg, ensuring the egg is completely covered.
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Repeat this process for the remaining eggs.
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Carefully place the chicken-wrapped eggs in the hot oil and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
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Remove the scotch eggs from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
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Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
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Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Calories : 270kcal
- Total Fat : 15g
- Saturated Fat : 4g
- Cholesterol : 285mg
- Sodium : 340mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 5g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugar : 1g
- Protein : 28g
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