Description
Juicy, spice-rubbed homemade merguez sausages served with a refreshing herby yogurt sauce. This flavor-packed Mediterranean-inspired meal comes together in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
– 1 lb ground lamb
– 2 tsp paprika
– 1 tsp cumin
– 1 tsp caraway seeds
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1 tsp onion powder
– 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp black pepper
– 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
– 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 1 garlic clove, minced
– 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
1. – In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, paprika, cumin, caraway seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the spices are evenly distributed.
2. – Divide the lamb mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a sausage patty, about 4 inches long and 1 inch thick.
3. – Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the merguez sausages for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.
4. – In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, parsley, mint, lemon juice, garlic, and salt.
5. – Serve the homemade merguez sausages warm, drizzled with the herby yogurt sauce.
Notes
– For extra flavor, toast the caraway seeds briefly before adding to the lamb mixture.
– Adjust the cayenne pepper to taste, depending on your spice preference.
– The herby yogurt sauce can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean