Mhemmer

Delight your taste buds with Mhemmer, a classic Moroccan dish that brings bold spices and tender textures to your table. This flavorful recipe features bite-sized pieces of beef or lamb liver marinated in a tantalizing blend of garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, and turmeric, enhanced with fresh parsley and cilantro for a bright, herbaceous touch. A vinegar and lemon juice soak gently mellows the liver’s taste, while a quick sauté in olive oil locks in its rich, savory flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, Mhemmer is perfect served warm with crusty bread or as a side dish to complete your Moroccan-inspired feast. Bursting with aromatic spices and earthy goodness, this dish is a must-try for adventurous food lovers and fans of North African cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams beef or lamb liver
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Wash the liver thoroughly under cold running water, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, lemon juice, and water. Soak the liver pieces in this mixture for 15 minutes to help remove any strong odor. Rinse the liver, drain, and set aside.

Step 3

In a separate mixing bowl, prepare the marinade by combining minced garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, salt, black pepper, parsley, and cilantro. Mix well.

Step 4

Add the liver pieces to the marinade, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Once the oil is hot, add the marinated liver pieces to the skillet. Sauté for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liver is browned on the outside and cooked through.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Serve the Mhemmer warm with crusty bread or as a side dish alongside salads or other Moroccan dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	680.5 grams (680.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1238

Total Fat 75.20g	96%
Saturated Fat 14.80g	74%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 1980mg	660%
Sodium 2738mg	119%
Total Carbohydrate 30.00g	11%
Dietary Fiber 2.80g	10%
Total Sugars 1.00g
Protein 104.20g	208%

Vitamin D 245IU	1225%
Calcium 110mg	8%
Iron 37mg	206%
Potassium 1884mg	40%

*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: 55.8%

Protein: 34.3%

Carbs: 9.9%