Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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11
servings
2 lbs

boneless lamb

cut into 2 inch pieces

4 unit

lamb fat

attached to the lamb kidney

12 cloves

garlic

peeled

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 tsp

black pepper

1 tbsp

ground cumin

1 tbsp

ground coriander

1 tbsp

sumac

1 tbsp

red hot chili powder

2 tbsp

sweet paprika

1 cup

cold water

1 unit

lamb intestine casing

small

Step 1
~6 min

Cut the lamb and lamb fat into 2-inch pieces.

Step 2
~6 min

Peel about 12 cloves of garlic.

Step 3
~6 min

Grind the lamb, lamb fat, and garlic using a grinder with medium-size holes (1/4 inch in diameter).

Step 4
~6 min

In a bowl, combine the ground lamb mixture with salt, black pepper, ground cumin, ground coriander, sumac, red hot chili powder, sweet paprika, and cold water.

Step 5
~6 min

Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 6
~6 min

Prepare a small patty of the mixture and fry it in a skillet with a teaspoon of oil to test the seasoning. Adjust salt if needed.

Step 7
~6 min

Tie one end of a lamb intestine casing tightly.

Step 8
~6 min

Fill the casing with the lamb mixture, twisting it every 4 inches to create individual sausages.

Step 9
~6 min

Fry the merguez in hot vegetable oil until brown and crisp, using very little oil as the sausage contains lamb fat.

Step 10
~6 min

Serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier sausage, increase the amount of red hot chili powder.

Ensure the lamb is very cold before grinding for a better texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sausages can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread and harissa.

Pair with a side of roasted vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Couscous
Roasted vegetables
Harissa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North Africa

Cultural Significance

A popular street food and staple in Algerian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid al-Adha
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Summer BBQ
Family Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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