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Cevapi
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground lamb
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup sparkling water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine 1 pound ground beef, 1/2 pound ground lamb, and 1/2 pound ground pork.
- Add 1 small finely chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda to the meat mixture.
- Pour in 1/4 cup of sparkling water and mix everything together until well combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the mixture rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Preheat the grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Shape the meat mixture into small sausage-shaped portions, about 3 inches long and 1 inch wide.
- Brush the cevapi with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill or pan-fry the cevapi for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned and cooked through.
- Serve the cevapi hot with flatbread, chopped onions, ajvar (red pepper relish), and sour cream.
Cevapi, also known as cevapcici, is a traditional Balkan dish of grilled minced meat, typically made from a mix of beef, pork, and lamb, seasoned with various spices like garlic, paprika, and onion. This dish has a rich history dating back to the Ottoman Empire, and it's a beloved staple in countries like Bosnia, Croatia, and Serbia. The best cevapi is often found in local restaurants and street food stalls in the Balkans, where skilled chefs meticulously prepare and grill the meat to perfection. The key to great cevapi lies in the quality of the meat and the balance of spices, resulting in juicy, flavorful sausages. For an authentic experience, serve them with lepinja bread, chopped onions, and ajvar, a savory red pepper relish.
35 min
4
400 calories
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