Low Fat Homemade Merguez Sausage

Elevate your culinary game with this vibrant and guilt-free Low Fat Homemade Merguez Sausage recipe, a healthier spin on the traditional North African favorite. Packed with bold flavors, this sausage combines lean ground lamb and beef with a medley of fragrant spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, alongside a fiery kick of harissa paste. Fresh parsley and mint add a refreshing herbal note, while a minimal amount of olive oil keeps the recipe heart-healthy. Whether you choose to stuff these into casings or shape them into easy-to-make patties, they cook to perfection in just 15 minutes. Perfect for grilling or pan-frying, these flavorful sausages are ideal as a centerpiece for couscous bowls, wraps, or salads. With no compromise on taste, this low-fat merguez sausage recipe is a must-try for spice lovers seeking a lighter alternative!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Lean ground lamb
• 250 grams Lean ground beef
• 25 grams Harissa paste
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 30 grams Fresh parsley
• 15 grams Fresh mint
• 1 spray Olive oil spray
• 0 (optional, for stuffing) Sausage casings

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground lamb and lean ground beef.

Step 2

Add the harissa paste for a spicy kick, then sprinkle in the paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.

Step 3

Finely mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley and mint, then add them to the meat mixture.

Step 4

Using your hands or a spoon, mix all the ingredients thoroughly until everything is well integrated.

Step 5

If stuffing into casings, use a sausage stuffer attachment on a stand mixer or a sausage stuffer to fill the casings. Twist sausages into 4-inch links. Otherwise, shape the mixture into small oblong patties or logs about 4 inches long each.

Step 6

Preheat a non-stick frying pan or grill over medium heat. Lightly spray with olive oil just enough to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Cook the sausages for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure they are cooked evenly and have a nice browned exterior.

Step 8

Once cooked through, the sausages should reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) as checked by a meat thermometer.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy your low-fat homemade merguez sausage as part of a sandwich, with couscous or in a salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(858.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1774.5

Total Fat 125.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 564.9mg	0%
Sodium 3376.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 2.7g
Protein 144.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 270.1mg	0%
Iron 23.9mg	0%
Potassium 2099.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.8%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 3.7%