Why my mum’s scotch eggs are my Twixmas essential
There’s always one non-negotiable snack in Jimi Famurewa’s fridge at this time of year: a spicy, homemade scotch egg. How did it become a family favourite?
TL;DR
- Christmas is characterized by collective food traditions and the creation of 'Twixmas picky teas' from leftovers.
- Homemade scotch eggs are a non-negotiable, sanctified Christmas food tradition in the author's family.
- The tradition of scotch eggs has evolved from using surplus sausage meat and has a history in West African cuisine.
- The recipe includes a spiced rub with scotch bonnet pepper and all-purpose seasoning for the sausage meat.
- The scotch eggs are double-coated in flour, beaten egg, and panko breadcrumbs before frying.
- Scotch eggs are presented as ideal for post-Boxing Day grazing plates and embody a laborious sense of festivity.