Mauritanian Grilled Camel Kebabs

Mauritanian Grilled Camel Kebabs are a traditional dish from Mauritania, known for its unique and flavorful cuisine. These kebabs are a popular street food and are perfect for outdoor grilling.

Mauritanian Grilled Camel Kebabs

Ingredients

  • 1 lb camel meat, cut into cubes
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Skewers

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
  2. Add the camel meat cubes to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated camel meat onto skewers.
  4. Grill the kebabs for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked to your desired doneness.
  5. Serve the Mauritanian Grilled Camel Kebabs hot with rice, couscous, or flatbread.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Grill Skewers Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mauritanian Grilled Camel Kebabs with a side of traditional Mauritanian mint tea for an authentic experience.

Tips & tricks

For a tender and flavorful result, marinate the camel meat for at least 2 hours before grilling.

Cost

$25