Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
1.5 tsp

fennel seeds

toasted and ground

1 tbsp

parsley

chopped

2 tsp

kosher salt

1.5 tsp

pepper

freshly ground

1 lb

lean pork

ground

10 unit

quail eggs

cooked and peeled

1 unit

egg

beaten

0.5 cup

Italian breadcrumbs

0.5 cup

olive oil mayonnaise

0.25 cup

Dijon mustard

1 ounce

lemon juice

4 ounce

canola oil

Step 1
~3 min

Toast fennel seeds on the stove until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Let cool, then grind.

Step 2
~3 min

Combine ground fennel seeds with salt, pepper, and parsley.

Step 3
~3 min

If grinding your own pork, trim fat and cut into 1-inch cubes.

Step 4
~3 min

Combine spice blend with pork. Chill or freeze pork before grinding.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat oil in a deep fryer or pan to 350°F.

Step 6
~3 min

Place quail eggs in a pot of cold water, bring to a rolling boil, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 3 minutes for soft-boiled.

Step 7
~3 min

Immerse eggs in ice water to stop cooking. Rest for 5 minutes to hard boil.

Step 8
~3 min

Peel the quail eggs carefully by tapping and using a spoon to remove the shell. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 9
~3 min

If grinding your own pork, remove pork from the freezer and grind.

Step 10
~3 min

Divide the sausage into equal portions and flatten into a disc shape.

Step 11
~3 min

Place a quail egg in the center of each disc and carefully wrap the sausage around it, ensuring no openings.

Step 12
~3 min

Place breadcrumbs in a bowl. Whisk the remaining egg in another bowl.

Step 13
~3 min

Roll each sausage-wrapped egg in the egg wash, then in the breadcrumbs until fully coated.

Step 14
~3 min

Place the sausage-wrapped eggs in the fryer so they aren't touching, for 3 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 15
~3 min

Combine mayonnaise, mustard, and lemon juice to create the mustard sauce.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve immediately

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure oil temperature is consistent for even cooking.

Don't overcrowd the fryer.

Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer.

Great for parties and gatherings.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Scotland

Cultural Significance

A variation of the traditional Scotch egg, using quail eggs for a smaller, more refined presentation.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Hogmanay

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100

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