“Mechoui” of Lamb Ribs - Barbecuebible.com

“Mechoui” of Lamb Ribs - Barbecuebible.com

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In keeping with the North African theme, the lamb is served with harissa, a spicy hot sauce. Méchoui is a community feast centered around a whole lamb.

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Ingredients

  • 1 small onion, peeled and quartered
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled and cut in half
  • 1 piece (1 inch) fresh ginger, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 3 tablespoons sweet paprika
  • 2 teaspoons coarse salt (kosher or sea), or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 medium-size lemon), or more to taste
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or as needed
  • 2 racks Denver lamb ribs (trimmed lamb breast; about 2 pounds total)
  • Harissa , for serving
  • Lemon, for serving

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