Classic French Merguez Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Classic French Merguez is a spicy and flavorful sausage made with a combination of ground lamb and beef, seasoned with a blend of North African spices. It is traditionally served grilled or pan-fried and is a popular street food in France. The sausage has a rich and smoky flavor with a hint of heat from the spices. It can be enjoyed on its own, in sandwiches, or as a topping for couscous or salads.

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Ingredients for Classic French Merguez Recipe

  • 0.08 pound Ground Lamb
  • 0.08 pound Ground Beef
  • 0.17 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 0.17 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 0.17 teaspoon Paprika
  • 0.17 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 0.08 teaspoon Chili Flakes
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
  • as needed Harissa Paste

Directions: Classic French Merguez Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine ground lamb and beef with spices like cumin, coriander, paprika, garlic, and chili flakes.
  • STEP 2.Mix well until all the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
  • STEP 3.Shape the mixture into sausage links, about 4-5 inches long.
  • STEP 4.Heat a grill or a pan over medium-high heat and cook the merguez sausages for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are browned and cooked through.
  • STEP 5.Serve the merguez sausages hot, either on their own or in a sandwich with your favorite toppings.

Cooking Tips

  • For an extra kick of heat, add some harissa paste to the meat mixture.
  • If you don't have access to a grill, you can also cook the merguez sausages in a hot oven or on a stovetop grill pan.
  • To store leftovers, refrigerate the cooked sausages in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

  • Serve the merguez sausages hot off the grill or pan-fried.
  • They can be enjoyed on their own as a main dish or used as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.
  • Leftover sausages can be sliced and added to salads or used as a topping for couscous or rice dishes.
Nutrition
value
210
calories per serving
15 g Fat17 g Protein2 g Carbs2 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    15g
  • Protein
    17g
  • Carbs
    2g
  • Fiber
    2g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    2g
  • Protein
    17g
  • Fiber
    2g

Fats

  • Fat
    15g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    53mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    406mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    3mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    7mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    4mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    37mg
  • Manganese
    1mg
  • Phosphorus
    139mg
  • Selenium
    3mcg
  • Zinc
    3mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp