Makanek (Lebanese Sausages)

Savor the bold, aromatic flavors of the Middle East with this authentic Makanek (Lebanese Sausages) recipe! These homemade sausages, made with tender lamb mince and an irresistible blend of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, are a true culinary delight. Toasted pine nuts add a nutty crunch, while a splash of tangy lemon juice ties everything together. Ready in just 35 minutes, these petite sausages are pan-seared to golden perfection for a juicy, flavorful bite every time. Whether served as an appetizer, part of a mezze platter, or paired with warm pita bread, this traditional Lebanese dish brings a burst of rich, aromatic spice to your table. Perfect for impressing guests or elevating weeknight dinners, Makanek is sure to become a new favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g lamb mince
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp pine nuts
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground allspice
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 0.5 tsp cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp nutmeg
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the lamb mince with the minced garlic, ground allspice, ground cumin, ground coriander, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly using your hands until the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 2

Shape the meat mixture into small sausages, about 2 inches long and 1 inch thick, placing them on a tray as you go.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast them, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown. Remove the pine nuts from the pan and set them aside.

Step 4

In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil and warm it over medium heat. Add the sausages in a single layer without overcrowding the pan. Cook for about 7-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.

Step 5

Once the sausages are cooked, add the toasted pine nuts back into the pan along with the lemon juice. Gently toss everything to coat the sausages with the lemon juice while being careful not to crush the pine nuts.

Step 6

Transfer the sausages to a serving platter, drizzle all the flavorful oils from the pan over them, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	588.4 grams (588.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1830

Total Fat 156.10g	200%
Saturated Fat 55.60g	278%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.50g
Cholesterol 365mg	122%
Sodium 2744mg	119%
Total Carbohydrate 13.30g	5%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 1.20g
Protein 89.20g	178%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 89mg	7%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 1428mg	30%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.4%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 2.9%