Merguez
- 1 1/2 pounds fatty ground lamb, not too finely ground
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons sweet Hungarian paprika
- Scant 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/4 cup water
- Place all the ingredients in a medium bowl, and knead with your hands until thoroughly blended.
- Leave in bulk and shape as directed in individual recipes or stuff into sheep casing.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to firm and blend the flavors.
- Saute or grill, or cook as directed in individual recipes.
- (The uncooked sausage will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.)
ground lamb, garlic, ground cumin, sweet hungarian paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cinnamon, ground coriander, freshly ground black pepper, kosher salt, water
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/merguez-389522 (may not work)