Has anyone ever tried freezing scotch eggs after they are cooked? I was thinking of making some scotch eggs using quails eggs and would like to make them and freeze them in advance, but am worried about them being soggy once defrosted.

Hi Sonia 2611. I would think the results would be disappointing.

I suspect that you are making mini-scoth eggs for canapes? If so, I suggest that you make them up ready for frying and then cover with cling film and put in the fridge over night. When ready to cook, roll in a few more breadcrumbs if you think they need it. When cooked, cool and wrap in cling film and put in fridge till needed. Have done this with full size ones for a picnic and it worked fine. Depending on timing you have spread the process over 24-48 hours. Good Luck

Thanks Chef de Maison. That's exactly what I want them for. I am having a big Xmas party at the beginning of December and would like to make as much as possible beforehand. I had a feeling that they wouldn't freeze well but frying them and keeping them in the fridge is a good idea too. Can they be fried 48 hours before or do you suggest no more than 24?

Hi Sonia, I would keep it to 24hrs, although the supermarkets do it for longer. Remember to cool them completely before covering and putting in the fridge.

A thought occurs, if you want to save more time, buy some hollandaise sauce, a good one is by Maille, you may be familier with their Dijon mustard, and put a blob on each one or offer it as a dip. No one need know your secret!

Thanks Chef de Maison - will keep that in mind!!