Homemade Merguez Recipe

Name: Homemade Merguez
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds; 1 pound ground lamb; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped; more for serving; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste; Olive oil, for cooking; Harissa, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 pound ground lamb
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped; more for serving
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
Olive oil, for cooking
Harissa, for serving (optional)

1
In a small skillet over medium-low heat, toast cumin, coriander and fennel seeds until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
2
Transfer warm spices to a spice grinder and grind well, or use a mortar and pestle and pound seeds.
3
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well.
4
Form lamb mixture into desired shape (1-inch-thick by 5-inch-long cigars make nice merguez, but fatter cylinders or patties will also work).
5
Chill for up to 5 days, freeze for up to 3 months, or use immediately.
6
Brush sausages with oil and grill or broil them until browned and cooked through.
7
Or fry them in a little oil until well browned all over.
8
Serve with more cilantro and harissa on the side, if desired.

416

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds, 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, 1 pound ground lamb, and more.

Yes, Homemade Merguez falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Homemade Merguez

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