Grill
Merguez (Spiced Lamb Sausages)

Merguez (Spiced Lamb Sausages)

Morocco

60Minutes
HardLevel
6Serves
10Steps
About

The fiery red lamb sausage of the Rif and eastern Moroccan grill stalls, boldly spiced with harissa, paprika and cumin and charred over coals until the fat crisps.

Equipment
  • Meat grinder or food processor
  • Sausage stuffer or wide funnel
  • Large bowl
  • Grill or heavy pan
  • Frying pan
Ingredients
Lamb shoulder, cubed800 g
Lamb fat, cubed200 g
Garlic cloves5
Harissa paste2 tbsp
Sweet paprika2 tbsp
Ground cumin1 tbsp
Ground coriander1 tbsp
Fennel seeds1 tsp
Cayenne pepper1 tsp
Salt2 tsp
Natural sheep casingsfor stuffing
Cold water¼ cup

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