Merguez Sausage Seasoning is an MSG-free seasoning blend with roots in northern Africa and Spain. It is also known as spicy merguez sausage seasoning, spicy sausage seasoning, or merguez sausage spices.

The earliest versions of this ancient seasoning arose in Algeria and Tunisia and there is a recipe dating from the 13^th century. Spanish influence is evident thanks to the addition of paprika to this blend. Paprika peppers were unknown in Europe and Africa until Christopher Columbus returned to Spain from his venture to the Americas with chile peppers.

Businesses interested in Merguez Sausage Seasoning include: 

• seasoning companies; 
• independent spice shops; 
• African and Middle Eastern restaurants; and 
• meal kit, sausage, and subscription manufacturers

Flavor Profile

Merguez Sausage Seasoning is earthy and resonant with a fiery heat, tempered by sweetness, umami richness, and herbaceous uplift.

How To Use

Blend Merguez Sausage Seasoning with ground beef or lamb to make Merguez Sausage Sandwiches. Toss chickpeas with Merguez Sausage Seasoning and roast, then make a Grilled Romaine and Peach Salad with Merguez Roasted Chickpeas. This blend would be at home on Smoked Turkey or pork, rubbed over Spiced Carrots and roasted, or as the seasoning in a spicy Chicken Tagine. Blend into Compound Butter, sprinkle over butternut squash and roast, or stir into yogurt for a spicy dip.

Merguez Sausage Seasoning is great for sausages, roasting, grilling, or smoking meats, grilled or roasted vegetables, in soups, stews, as a different way to season a pot of chili, over potatoes and sweet potatoes, or blended into dressings, condiments, and dips.