Burgers de Merguez

Burgers de Merguez are a flavorful fusion of North African and French cuisine, featuring spicy Merguez sausages transformed into juicy patties. Served in a soft bun with fresh toppings, these burgers offer a delightful twist for any meal.

Ingredients

• Merguez sausage - 250 grams
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Burger buns - 2 pieces
• Romaine lettuce - 2 leaves
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced
• Harissa sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Remove the casing from the Merguez sausages and place the meat in a mixing bowl.
2. Add chopped parsley, minced garlic, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the sausage meat. Mix until well combined.
3. Form the mixture into two equal-sized patties, about 1.5 cm thick.
4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and browned.
5. While the patties are cooking, prepare the burger buns by toasting them lightly in a separate pan or toaster.
6. Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on each bun, followed by the cooked patty, sliced tomato, and red onion.
7. Drizzle harissa sauce on top, then cover with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 24 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains spices like cumin and paprika, which have antioxidant properties.

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