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Pit Roasted Mechoui in Marrakesh

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Make Your Own Mechoui
Pit Roasted Mechoui in Marrakesh

Moroccan Slow Roasted Lamb

Photo © Christine Benlafquih

Although mechoui is traditionally prepared with whole lambs, smaller cuts of meat can be roasted in home ovens. Legs and shoulders are popular cuts for tender, flavorful home roasts.

And, although Eyyachi didn't use any seasoning, it's quite common for mechoui to be prepared with Moroccan spices as well as a coating of butter or smen, a type of preserved butter.

Try making your own Moroccan mechoui with this easy Roasted Leg of Lamb Recipe, or try Mechoui Roasted Lamb Spareribs.

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