Merguez Grillée

Merguez Grillée is a flavorful Moroccan sausage dish that combines spicy, aromatic flavors with a high protein content, making it an ideal appetizer. Grilled to perfection, these sausages are rich in spices and perfect for serving with fresh bread or salads.

Ingredients

• Merguez sausages - 4 pieces (about 300g)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon wedges - 2, for serving

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Coat the Merguez sausages evenly with the marinade and let them sit for 5 minutes.
4. Place the sausages on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 70°C).
5. Remove the sausages from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
6. Slice the sausages diagonally and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
7. Serve the Merguez Grillée with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, beneficial for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains spices like cumin and coriander, which can aid digestion and provide anti-inflammatory benefits.

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