Authentic Balkan Cevapi
Experience the flavors of the Balkans with this Authentic Balkan Cevapi recipe, a beloved street food bursting with rich, savory goodness. Made with a perfectly spiced blend of ground beef, pork, and lamb, these succulent, skinless sausages are infused with garlic, paprika, and a hint of cayenne for an irresistible depth of flavor. The mixture is chilled to allow the seasonings to meld, then hand-shaped into traditional sausage forms and grilled to smoky perfection. Ready in under 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for quick weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. Serve these juicy morsels with warm flatbread, chopped onions, and a dollop of ajvar for an authentic and hearty Balkan meal that’s sure to impress. Perfect for grill lovers, this easy-to-make dish brings the vibrant essence of Eastern European cuisine straight to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g ground beef
- 250 g ground pork
- 250 g ground lamb
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 60 ml water
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
Combine ground beef, pork, and lamb in a large bowl.
Add minced garlic, baking soda, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper to the meat mixture. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Gradually add water to the meat mixture while mixing to create a slightly sticky texture. This will help in binding the sausages and ensuring juiciness.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the mixture rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, allowing flavors to meld.
Remove the meat mixture from the refrigerator. With slightly oiled hands (using vegetable oil), shape the mixture into small sausages approximately 10 cm in length and 2 cm in thickness.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the grill with a little vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Place the cevapi on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until they are well-browned on the outside and cooked through.
Remove from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve hot with warm flatbread, chopped onions, and ajvar or your favorite condiment for an authentic taste experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2973 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 229.2 g | 294% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.1 g | 415% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 20.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 810 mg | 270% | |
| Sodium | 7447 mg | 324% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 211.3 g | 423% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 1894 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
