Haggis and Mince Bonbons

Eleanor Craig

A refined take on a classic Scottish comfort pairing, these Haggis and Mince Bonbons bring the heartiness of Highland cuisine into elegant snack-sized bites. The savory richness of beef mince meets the peppery warmth of haggis — all encased in a crisp golden shell. Perfect for festive gatherings or posh appetizers, they capture Scotland’s rustic soul in every bite.

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Prep Time 40

Cook Time 25

Total Time 1 5

Course Appetizer

Cuisine British / Irish

Servings servings

Calories 2326 kcal

Equipment

Large sauté pan

Mixing bowls

Food processor (optional)

Slotted spoon

Deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot

Thermometer

Baking sheet

parchment paper

Ingredients

Filling

8 oz ground beef (minced beef) - grass-fed preferred
6 oz Scottish haggis - crumbled
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 small onion - finely diced
1 clove garlic - minced

Crumbing

1 cup all purpose flour (plain flour Australia and UK)
2 large eggs - beaten
1 cup Panko breadcrumbs - for crispiest texture

For Frying

4 cups vegetable oil - for deep frying

Instructions

In a large sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant, about 4–5 minutes.
Add the beef mince and cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Ensure the mixture is dry and crumbly.
Stir in the crumbled haggis and mix thoroughly. Cook another 3 minutes to combine flavors, then remove from heat and let cool.
Once cool, take a tablespoon of the mixture and roll tightly into a ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used. You should have about 16–18 balls.
Line a tray with parchment paper. Roll each bonbon in flour, dip into beaten eggs, then coat in panko breadcrumbs. Handle gently to keep their shape.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry bonbons in batches for 2–3 minutes or until deep golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Notes

For best texture, refrigerate the rolled bonbons for 10–15 minutes before crumbing.
This helps them hold shape better during frying.

Nutrition

Calories: 2326kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 29gFat: 232gSaturated Fat: 39gPolyunsaturated Fat: 126gMonounsaturated Fat: 54gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 254mgSodium: 214mgPotassium: 442mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 7409IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 6mg

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