LAMB MERGUEZ - (NORTH AFRICAN RED SAUSAGE)

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This recipe was adapted from one posted on the Food 52 (blog). The secret to this tasty merguez is the harissa used. (Whole foods has one that is recommended for this recipe, but use any you like.) It's typically eaten grilled and/or with couscous. You can make it into patties or stuff it into sausage casings. It's best made a day ahead to allow the flavors to develop.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon coriander seed, dry toasted
1 tablespoon cumin seed, dry toasted
1 tablespoon anise seed, dry toasted (or fennel seed, in a pinch)
1 tablespoon cinnamon, preferably Ceylon
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne, depending on the heat level of the harissa used in the sausage
2 teaspoons turmeric
1 lb fresh ground lamb shoulder
2 garlic cloves, minced fine
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon mixed spice
2 tablespoons harissa
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
ice water, as needed

Steps:

  • Combine the spice mix ingredients and grind fine using a spice grinder or a mortar and pestle. The extra can be stored in a glass jar.
  • Using a mixer, combine all the sausage ingredients. Add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time until the mixture is well combined. Form a little patty and cook it off, taste and adjust the seasoning as you see fit. Cover and chill overnight (for best flavor), or at least an hour.
  • If making patties, dip your hands in ice water as you form them. This mixture will also make one large stuffed casing coil. Chill the patties or coil again if you are not going to cook right away.
  • Grill for 10-12 minutes, total, turning once.

Shanii Ji
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I'm a big fan of North African cuisine and these sausages are no exception. They're flavorful and delicious.


Hasan Tohmeh
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These sausages are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I usually serve them with rice and vegetables.


BAD MAN
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I love the combination of spices in this recipe. It really gives the sausages a unique flavor.


md Hridoy orpe avi
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This is my go-to recipe for lamb merguez sausage. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hiyan Bhai
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I've made these sausages several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.


Eniyew Kindie
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These sausages are perfect for a summer cookout. They're easy to make and they're always a hit with my guests.


Mhay Cruz
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed these sausages. The spices really helped to balance out the flavor of the lamb.


Ab Stha
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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The sausages were flavorful and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make it again.


Aerabella Caribou
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I found that the sausages were a bit dry. I think I'll add some more liquid to the mixture next time.


termure ioan
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These sausages were a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed them. I think I'll try using less paprika next time.


Merzaman Khan
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I love the smoky flavor that the paprika gives to these sausages. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Prince Khan Aj
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This recipe is a keeper! The sausages were so easy to make and they turned out so flavorful. I served them with couscous and a side of vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


NisarGaming1 YT
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Made this for my family last night and it was a huge success! The sausages were cooked to perfection and the sauce was delicious. Will definitely be making this again.


Shani_mir Shani_mir
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I've tried many merguez sausage recipes, but this one is by far the best. The lamb is so flavorful and juicy, and the spices are perfectly balanced.


Aashish Tamang
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This lamb merguez sausage was a hit at my last dinner party! The flavors were amazing and everyone raved about it. I'll definitely be making this again.