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Senegalese Dibi Lamb

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant street food culture of Senegal, Dibi is a beloved dish often enjoyed during celebrations and gatherings. Traditionally, it features marinated lamb grilled over open flames, infusing the meat with smoky flavors. Dibi is not just a meal; it's a social experience, often served with bread or rice, bringing people together. Today, variations of Dibi can be found in many West African countries and beyond, showcasing the dish's adaptability and popularity.

SenegaleseSNmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb lamb chops
1 cup dried onions
1 tablespoon ginger
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons ghee
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 hot spicy pepper
1 teaspoon Maggie seasoning
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

lamb chops

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork chops

Chicken is lower in fat and pork is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while canola is budget-friendly.

1

Season the lamb with dried onions, ginger, curry, and cayenne pepper.

2

Add liquid smoke to the lamb and mix well.

3

Marinate the lamb for about 30 minutes to an hour.

4

Put the marinated lamb in a pot with a touch of water to steam on low heat, covered.

5

After steaming, transfer the lamb to a grill or stovetop grill with vegetable oil and ghee.

6

Grill the lamb until cooked, flipping as needed.

7

Transfer the grilled lamb back to the pot to soak up flavors.

8

Add onions and Dijon mustard to the pot with the lamb and stir on low heat.

9

Cook the onions with hot spicy pepper and additional seasoning on medium heat until the flavors meld.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlmeasuring spoonsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

DibiLamb Dibi

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