Scotch Egg vs Scotch Eggs
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Scotch Egg | Scotch Eggs |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 220 kcal | 151 kcal |
| Fat | 12.2 g | 13.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.4 g | 4.2 g |
| Sugars | 0.8 g | 0.6 g |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 1.1 g |
| Protein | 11.1 g | 10.9 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten | Gluten, Pork |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Scotch Eggs has 31% fewer calories (151 kcal vs 220 kcal).
- Scotch Egg has 12% less fat (12.2 g vs 13.8 g).
- Scotch Egg has 19% less saturated fat (3.4 g vs 4.2 g).
- Scotch Eggs has no salt, while Scotch Egg has 0.8 g.
- Only Scotch Egg lists: Eggs.
- Only 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.
Scotch Eggs
PASTEURISED WHOLE F.GG (37%), PORK (28%), Wheat Flour (W Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Folic Acid, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Rapes DE Mater Onion, Potato Starch, Pork Fat, Sage, Salt, Yeast Extat Dextrose, Ground Nutmeg, least, Black Pepper, White Pepper Dried Egg White Powder, Wheat Gluten, Paprika Powder, Turmeric Powder ALLERGY ADVICE:
FAQ
Which is healthier: Scotch Egg or Scotch Eggs?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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 Eggs has fewer calories: 151 kcal versus 220 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Scotch Eggs has less sugar: 0.6 g versus 0.8 g per 100 g.