Chevapchichi
Elevate your grilling game with Chevapchichi, a mouthwatering Balkan favorite that's perfect for a backyard barbecue or weeknight dinner. These juicy, spiced sausages combine ground beef and ground lamb for a rich, savory flavor profile, enhanced by aromatic garlic, onion, and a hint of paprika. The addition of baking soda and mineral water ensures a tender, succulent texture, while chilling the mixture allows the bold flavors to meld beautifully. Grilled to perfection in just 20 minutes, these mini sausages boast a golden-brown crust and irresistible smokiness. Serve them hot with traditional accompaniments like ajvar, fresh onions, and soft flatbread for a truly authentic experience. Whether you're looking to explore Eastern European cuisine or impress guests with something new, Chevapchichi is an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser that you'll want to add to your repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g ground beef
- 500 g ground lamb
- 1 large yellow onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 60 ml mineral water
Instructions
Peel and finely chop the yellow onion.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground lamb.
Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and baking soda to the meat mixture.
Mix everything well using your hands to ensure the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
Gradually add the mineral water to the meat mixture, mixing continuously until the mixture is smooth and slightly sticky.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to blend.
After chilling, divide the meat mixture into small portions, about two tablespoons each.
Shape each portion into small sausages, approximately 3 inches long and 1 inch thick.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Once the grill is hot, place the chevapchichi on the grill.
Cook for about 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the sausages are browned on all sides and cooked through.
Serve hot with sides like onions, ajvar, and flatbread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
461 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.3 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 136 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 1238 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 500 mg | 11% | |
*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.
