Merguez Sandwich

Name: Merguez Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North African
Ingredients: 8 merguez sausage links; 1 large baguette, halved; 1 medium red onion, sliced; 2 tbsp harissa paste; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Spicy lamb sausage served in a crusty baguette with caramelized onions and harissa mayonnaise.

30 minEasyServes 4620 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 merguez sausage links
1 large baguette, halved
1 medium red onion, sliced
2 tbsp harissa paste
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1

Mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise and 2 tbsp harissa paste in a small bowl until smooth.
2

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3

Add 1 medium sliced red onion and cook for 6 minutes until softened and lightly browned, then transfer to a plate.
4

In the same skillet, cook 8 merguez sausage links over medium-high heat for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 160°F.
5

Spread harissa mayo inside each section of 1 large halved baguette.
6

Fill bread with cooked merguez sausage links, caramelized red onion, and top with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Merguez Sandwich reach?

For Merguez Sandwich, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for harissa in Merguez Sandwich?

The entry for Merguez Sandwich calls for 2 tbsp harissa paste. In its place: Mix a chili paste such as sambal oelek or sriracha with a pinch each of ground cumin, coriander and caraway, plus a little olive oil.

Is Merguez Sandwich spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Merguez Sandwich comes from 2 tbsp harissa paste. For a milder plate, start with half the harissa and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Merguez Sandwich gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Merguez Sandwich is 1 large baguette, halved. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Merguez Sandwich contain eggs?

Yes: 1/2 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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