Méchoui, via Wikimedia Commons
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Méchoui

Méchoui

Algeria

270Minutes
HardLevel
12Serves
10Steps
About

Slow-roasted whole lamb or shoulder rubbed with butter, garlic and cumin until the meat is meltingly tender, the centrepiece of Algerian weddings and Eid feasts.

Equipment
  • Large roasting tray
  • Sharp knife
  • Basting brush
  • Foil
Ingredients
Bone-in lamb shoulder or leg3 kg
Unsalted butter, softened150 g
Garlic1 whole head
Ground cumin3 tbsp
Sweet paprika2 tbsp
Salt2 tbsp
Black pepper1 tbsp
Olive oil4 tbsp
Water1 cup

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