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Low Carb African Merguez Meatballs Recipe

Urvashi Pitre
Make quick Low Carb African Merguez Meatballs that are bursting with flavor, but can be created from spices you probably already have. Fast, quick, delicious, and low carb, all while bringing in a new and different taste using familiar spices.
4 from 6 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Cuisine Gluten Free
Servings 4
Calories 160 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Ground Chicken
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced fine
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika sweet
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Fennel Seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Allspice

Instructions
 

  • Mix all ingredients together and let it sit for up to 2 hours to get the flavors to meld.
  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1-2 teaspoons of oil until it is hot.
  • Wet your hands and make little 1 ounce patties with the sausage and cook until no longer pink in the middle.
  • Serve with Tzatziki and a side salad for a low carb meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 16gFat: 8gSodium: 827mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
Keyword African, Appetizers, Easy, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Party Food, Sausage, Sauteed, Spicy
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