Mauritanian Stuffed Camel Hump

Mauritanian Stuffed Camel Hump is a traditional dish that is often prepared for special occasions and celebrations in Mauritania. This unique and flavorful recipe is sure to impress your guests and provide a memorable dining experience.

Mauritanian Stuffed Camel Hump

Ingredients

  • 1 whole camel hump
  • 10 pounds of ground beef
  • 5 pounds of rice
  • 10 onions
  • 10 tomatoes
  • 10 bell peppers
  • 10 carrots
  • 10 eggs
  • 2 cups of raisins
  • 2 cups of almonds
  • 2 cups of olive oil
  • Spices: salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the stuffing by mixing ground beef, rice, chopped onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, carrots, eggs, raisins, almonds, and spices in a large bowl.
  2. Clean the camel hump and stuff it with the prepared mixture.
  3. Sew the camel hump to secure the stuffing inside.
  4. Place the stuffed camel hump in a large roasting pan and drizzle with olive oil.
  5. Cover the pan with foil and roast in the oven at 325°F for 6 hours, or until the camel hump is tender.
  6. Remove the foil during the last hour of cooking to allow the hump to brown.
  7. Once cooked, carefully slice the stuffed camel hump and serve with the delicious stuffing.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
1 hour
Cooking time:
6 hours
Total time:
7 hours
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
500 per serving
Protein
30g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
35g

Supplies

Large roasting pan Aluminum foil

Tools

Needle and thread for sewing Sharp knife for slicing

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mauritanian Stuffed Camel Hump with couscous, flatbread, and a side of mint yogurt sauce.

Tips & tricks

For an authentic experience, consider cooking the camel hump in a traditional outdoor pit oven for a smoky flavor.

Cost

$300