Mechoui
Moroccan

Mechoui

A richly flavored whole lamb, slow-roasted until the meat is tender and infused with garlic, cumin, and paprika.

Hard6 hours

Where it comes from

Mechoui is a traditional Berber dish, especially from the Sahara region, where lamb is roasted over an open fire for festive occasions.

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What goes into it

Proteins

Herbs & Spices

Dairy & Fats

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Rub lamb with garlic, cumin, and paprika.

  2. 2

    Let the lamb marinate for a few hours.

  3. 3

    Preheat the oven or prepare a spit for roasting.

  4. 4

    Slow-roast the lamb, basting with butter occasionally.

  5. 5

    Cook until the meat is tender and the skin crisp.

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