Merguez (spicy Mauritanian Lamb Sausage)
Merguez is a spicy Mauritanian lamb sausage that is bursting with flavor and perfect for grilling or pan-frying. This recipe will guide you through making your own delicious merguez at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/4 tsp ground fennel
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground lamb, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, coriander, fennel, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and shape each portion into a sausage link.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the merguez sausages and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- Remove the merguez from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 22g
Supplies
Skillet Bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serve the merguez with couscous, grilled vegetables, and a dollop of harissa for a complete Mauritanian meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper in the sausage mixture.
Cost
$15