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.
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
- 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.
- 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.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated camel meat onto skewers.
- Grill the kebabs for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked to your desired doneness.
- 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