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Merguez Sausage

A spicy North African sausage made with ground lamb, harissa paste, and warm aromatic spices. Shape into patties or small links and pan-sear until juicy and flavorful.

30 minMediumServes 4350 cal/serving

North AfricanDinnerStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbKetoPaleoGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SugarPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 2 tbsp harissa paste
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb, 2 tbsp harissa paste, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp kosher salt.

  2. 2

    Mix thoroughly with your hands until spices are evenly distributed, then shape into small log-shaped sausage patties.

  3. 3

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  4. 4

    Cook the sausage patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side until browned and the internal temperature reaches 160°F.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Merguez Sausage reach?

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

What can I use instead of harissa in Merguez Sausage?

The entry for Merguez Sausage 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.

Can I use ground beef instead of ground lamb in Merguez Sausage?

Yes, at the same weight. The flavor is milder; a pinch more cumin or an extra clove of garlic closes the gap. As written, the entry for Merguez Sausage uses 1 lb ground lamb.

Can I make Merguez Sausage less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Merguez Sausage 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.

Is Merguez Sausage low-carb?

A serving of Merguez Sausage carries 2 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 10 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 2 percent.

How many calories are in Merguez Sausage?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 350 calories, with 26 g protein, 2 g carbohydrate and 26 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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