Scotch Egg vs 2 Scotch Eggs
Overall, Scotch Egg has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Scotch Egg | 2 Scotch Eggs |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 220 kcal | 246 kcal |
| Fat | 12.2 g | 15.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.4 g | 4.4 g |
| Sugars | 0.8 g | 0.9 g |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 1.8 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 1 g |
| Protein | 11.1 g | 9.9 g |
| Additives | 1 | 1 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten | Eggs, Gluten, Pork |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Scotch Egg has 11% fewer calories (220 kcal vs 246 kcal).
- Scotch Egg has 22% less fat (12.2 g vs 15.6 g).
- Scotch Egg has 23% less saturated fat (3.4 g vs 4.4 g).
- Scotch Egg has 58% less salt (0.8 g vs 1.8 g).
- Scotch Egg has 11% more protein (11.1 g vs 9.9 g).
- Scotch Egg has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only 2 Scotch Eggs lists: Pork.
Ingredients
Scotch Egg
Whole Egg (37%), British Pork (26%), Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Onion, Rapeseed Oil, Pork Fat, Salt, White Pepper, Black Pepper, Nutmeg, Yeast Extract, Sage, Marjoram, Paprika Extract, Yeast.
2 Scotch Eggs
_Egg_ 37%, Pork 28%, Wheat Flour (_Wheat_ Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Rapeseed Oil, Onion, Potato Starch, Dried Potato, Pork Fat, Salt, Sugar Beet Fibre, White Pepper, Black Pepper, Yeast Extract, Nutmeg, Sage, Marjoram, Yeast, Paprika Extract
FAQ
Which is healthier: Scotch Egg or 2 Scotch Eggs?
Overall, Scotch Egg has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Scotch Egg has fewer calories: 220 kcal versus 246 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Scotch Egg has less sugar: 0.8 g versus 0.9 g per 100 g.