Merguez Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Merguez Sausage

   In a mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into sausage shapes.

2. 2

   Cook the Merguez

   Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove and let rest.

3. 3

   Make the Couscous

   In a saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

4. 4

   Prepare the Fried Chickpeas

   In the same pan used for the sausage, add drained chickpeas and fry until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt to taste.

5. 5

   Cook the Seasonal Vegetables

   In another pan, sauté seasonal vegetables in olive oil until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Prepare the Ras el Hanout Jus

   In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water with Ras el Hanout. Simmer for 5 minutes to infuse flavors.

7. 7

   Serve the Dish

   Plate the couscous, top with the Merguez sausage, fried chickpeas, sautéed vegetables, and drizzle with Ras el Hanout jus. Garnish with chopped parsley.