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Merguez Sausages

Cultural Context

Merguez sausages originate from North Africa, particularly popular in Tunisia and Algeria. Traditionally made with lamb and flavored with spices, they reflect the region's rich culinary heritage. In France, they have become a beloved street food, often served at barbecues and markets. Today, variations exist worldwide, adapting the spice blend and meat choices to local tastes.

North AfricanFRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 kg ground lamb
100 g coarse breadcrumbs
1 tsp Herbs de Provence
2 tsp Harissa paste
salt
black pepper
olive oil

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground beef is often less expensive.

fennel seeds

🥗Healthier: anise seeds

💰Cheaper: caraway seeds

Anise seeds provide a similar flavor profile, while caraway seeds are more readily available.

1

Chop lamb and bacon into small pieces for mincing.

2

Keep the meat cold before mincing.

3

Mince the lamb and bacon together using a meat grinder.

4

Add coarse breadcrumbs, Herbs de Provence, Harissa paste, salt, and black pepper to the minced meat.

5

Mix thoroughly and mince again for better integration.

6

Taste a small patty of the mixture after frying it in oil to check seasoning.

7

Stuff the sausage mixture into sheep casings using a sausage stuffer.

8

Form sausages and tie off the ends, then refrigerate to dry.

9

Cook the sausages on a cast iron griddle plate, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrillingseasoning

Equipment Needed

meat grindercast iron griddle platemixing bowlsausage stuffer

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

MerguezMerguez de bœuf
Local Name: Saucisses Merguez

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