Brochettes de Chameau
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Camel meat, cut into cubes — 600 g (1.3 lb)
- Oil — 2 tbsp
- Ground cumin — 1 tsp
- Paprika — 1 tsp
- Chilli powder — 1/2 tsp
- Garlic, minced — 2 cloves
- Salt — to taste
- Onion, thinly sliced, to serve — 1
Method
- Toss the camel meat cubes with oil, cumin, paprika, chilli powder, garlic and salt, and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Thread the meat onto skewers.
- Grill over hot charcoal (or a hot grill pan), turning occasionally, for 10–12 minutes until browned outside and cooked through.
- Serve hot, scattered with sliced raw onion.
Introduction: Grilled camel meat skewers seasoned simply and cooked over hot charcoal, a distinctive Saharan street food found across Mauritanian towns.
Cultural Background: Camel meat has long been part of the diet in Mauritania’s desert regions, valued for its availability in an arid environment, and grilling it into skewers over charcoal has become a popular way to enjoy it as a quick street-side meal.
Tips: Marinate for as long as possible, even a few hours, for the deepest flavour, as camel meat benefits from thorough seasoning. Don’t overcrowd the skewers — leave a little space between pieces for even charring.
Variations: Use beef as a substitute if camel meat is unavailable outside Mauritania. Serve with a side of grilled vegetables for a fuller meal.
Storage: Refrigerate cooked skewers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheating: Reheat in a hot dry pan for 2–3 minutes per side, or briefly under a hot grill, to restore some char.
Nutrition: Per serving (approx.): 300 kcal, 28 g protein, 18 g fat, 3 g carbohydrate.
FAQs:
Q: Where can I find camel meat outside Mauritania?
A: Some specialty halal butchers and Middle
Q: Does camel meat taste like beef?
A: It has a similar texture to beef with a slightly richer, more
- Camel meat, cut into cubes — 600 g (1.3 lb)
- Oil — 2 tbsp
- Ground cumin — 1 tsp
- Paprika — 1 tsp
- Chilli powder — 1/2 tsp
- Garlic, minced — 2 cloves
- Salt — to taste
- Onion, thinly sliced, to serve — 1
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