Merguez Frites

Spicy North African lamb sausages grilled and served in a baguette with frites and harissa—a Paris street staple.

Ingredients

• 500g beef chuck
• 2 cups puff pastry
• 2 tbsp sliced shallots
• 1 1/2 tsp fresh thyme
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup button mushrooms, sliced
• a handful of fresh parsley, chopped
• crème fraîche, to taste
• 500ml dry red wine
• a pinch of bay leaves
• 200g pearl onions

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the egg noodles base and set it aside to rest while you get the filling ready.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the duck legs, shallots, minced garlic, and fresh thyme, mixing well so everything is evenly seasoned.

3. 3

   Heat unsalted butter in a skillet, wok, or on a griddle over medium-high heat until shimmering.

4. 4

   Cook the egg noodles until lightly golden on each side, then transfer to a warm plate.

5. 5

   Fry, grill, or steam the duck legs mixture until cooked through and lightly charred at the edges, about 15 mins.

6. 6

   Assemble by layering the egg noodles with the filling, a spoonful of lemon zest, and a scattering of chervil.

7. 7

   Add a final touch of unsalted butter for extra flavor and texture.

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