Moroccan Steamed Sheep's Head

A traditional Moroccan steamed sheep's head dish, typically seasoned with salt and cumin, offers a unique variety meat experience.

Category Tags:

DinnerEntree

Cuisine Tags:

MoroccanAfrican

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Instructions

  1. Char the sheep's head over coals until blackened; scrape off burnt fur and skin.

  2. Cut the head in half or pieces; remove brains, but keep the tongue for steaming.

  3. Start boiling a large quantity of salted water in a pot fitted with a steamer basket, ensuring the water level is below the basket.

  4. Combine salt and cumin, then rub this mixture evenly over the prepared meat.

  5. Add onion and parsley to the boiling water.

  6. Place the seasoned meat into the steamer basket and steam until tender.

  7. Serve the steamed sheep's head on a platter with small dishes of salt and cumin on the side.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 519 kcal
Carbohydrate: 5 g
Cholesterol: 6946 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 44 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Sodium: 3635 mg
Sugar: 2 g
Fat: 35 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g