Spicy Lamb Sausage With Grilled Onions and Zucchini

Name: Spicy Lamb Sausage With Grilled Onions and Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds ground lamb, or a mixture of half lamb and half beef or veal; 2 teaspoons toasted cumin seeds; 2 teaspoons toasted coriander seeds; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 6 allspice berries; 2 teaspoons salt, more as needed; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; Pinch cinnamon; 4 tablespoons mild paprika; 8 large garlic cloves, smashed to a paste; 1/2 teaspoon toasted cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon toasted coriander seeds; 1/2 teaspoon toasted caraway seeds; 1 teaspoon paprika; Cayenne, to taste; 2 garlic cloves, smashed to a paste; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 2 sweet onions, such as Vidalia, in 1/2-inch crosswise slices; Olive oil; Salt and pepper; 4 medium zucchini, in 1/2-inch lengthwise slices; 2 heads bibb or other lettuce, washed; 3 or 4 large ripe tomatoes, cut in wedges; 2 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoons roughly chopped mint; Pita breads, optional

Servings: persons

3 pounds ground lamb, or a mixture of half lamb and half beef or veal
2 teaspoons toasted cumin seeds
2 teaspoons toasted coriander seeds
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
6 allspice berries
2 teaspoons salt, more as needed
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
Pinch cinnamon
4 tablespoons mild paprika
8 large garlic cloves, smashed to a paste
1/2 teaspoon toasted cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon toasted coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon toasted caraway seeds
1 teaspoon paprika
Cayenne, to taste
2 garlic cloves, smashed to a paste
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 sweet onions, such as Vidalia, in 1/2-inch crosswise slices
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
4 medium zucchini, in 1/2-inch lengthwise slices
2 heads bibb or other lettuce, washed
3 or 4 large ripe tomatoes, cut in wedges
2 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons roughly chopped mint
Pita breads, optional

1
To make the sausage, put ground lamb in a mixing bowl.
2
Using a spice mill or mortar and pestle, grind cumin, coriander, black pepper and allspice.
3
Add to lamb, along with salt, cayenne, cinnamon, paprika and garlic.
4
Mix well with hands to incorporate.
5
Fry a little piece of the mixture in a small skillet.
6
Taste for seasoning and adjust salt if necessary.
7
Mix again and refrigerate at least 2 hours or, preferably, overnight.
8
Form mixture into 24 two-ounce patties.
9
To make the vinaigrette, grind cumin, coriander and caraway.
10
Combine with paprika and a good pinch of cayenne in a small bowl.
11
Add garlic, vinegar, lemon juice and salt.
12
Whisk in olive oil.
13
Light a charcoal grill or use a grill pan.
14
The heat should be moderate.
15
Grill sausages, in batches if necessary, for about 2 minutes per side, until just done.
16
Keep warm.
17
Paint onion slices with a little olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and grill until softened slightly, about 2 minutes per side.
18
Repeat with zucchini.
19
Keep at room temperature.
20
Line a large platter with lettuce leaves and pile sausages in the middle.
21
Arrange onions and zucchini around the platter.
22
Salt the tomatoes and distribute.
23
Whisk the vinaigrette, then drizzle over everything.
24
Sprinkle with cilantro and mint, and serve with warm pita breads, if desired.

1525

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

113

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 29 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds ground lamb, or a mixture of half lamb and half beef or veal, 2 teaspoons toasted cumin seeds, 2 teaspoons toasted coriander seeds, 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Spicy Lamb Sausage With Grilled Onions and Zucchini 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.

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