Merguez Sandwich with Harissa Aioli
Spiced lamb sausages seared until caramelized, nestled in crusty bread with a punchy harissa-mayo spread, fresh tomato, and cool lettuce. Ready in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 22g
Ingredients
- 4 links merguez sausages
- 2 pieces crusty sandwich rolls or baguette
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp harissa paste
- 1 medium tomato
- 1 small handful lettuce or arugula
Instructions
- 1
Stir mayonnaise and harissa together in a small bowl until smooth and evenly colored.
- 2
Slice tomato into 4 rounds. Split rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
- 3
Heat a skillet over medium-high until hot, ~1 minute. Add sausages and sear without moving for 2–3 minutes.
- 4
Roll sausages to cook all sides, then remove when browned and internal temp hits 160°F, ~5 minutes total.
- 5
Spread harissa aioli on both sides of each roll. Layer lettuce, tomato, then 2 sausages per sandwich.
- 6
Serve immediately while sausages are still hot.
Tools you’ll need
- small bowl
- cutting board
- knife
- 12-inch skillet
- meat thermometer (optional)
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