Gluten-Free Authentic Balkan Cevapi
Experience the irresistible flavors of the Balkans with this **Gluten-Free Authentic Balkan Cevapi** recipe—a mouthwatering mix of ground beef, lamb, and pork seasoned with garlic, sweet paprika, and a touch of baking soda for unrivaled tenderness. The addition of mineral water creates a pliable mixture ideal for crafting perfectly juicy, sausage-shaped pieces that are grilled to smoky perfection. This recipe stands out as a gluten-free adaptation of the traditional Balkan favorite, perfect for those looking to savor this beloved dish without dietary restrictions. Pair your cevapi with chopped onions and gluten-free flatbread for a complete, flavorful meal that’s rich in cultural heritage and culinary satisfaction.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef
- 250 grams ground lamb
- 250 grams ground pork
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 60 milliliters mineral water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped onions
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, lamb, and pork.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the meat mixture.
Add the sweet paprika, baking soda, black pepper, and salt to the mixture.
Pour in the mineral water to help the texture of the mixture become more pliable.
Mix everything thoroughly using your hands or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment until all ingredients are well combined.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
After chilling, take the mixture out of the fridge. With moist hands, shape the meat into small sausages about 10cm long and 2cm thick.
Brush each sausage with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Preheat a grill or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat.
Once the grill or pan is hot, cook the cevapi sausages, turning occasionally, until they are browned all over and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
Serve hot with chopped onions and gluten-free flatbread or as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2892 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 217.9 g | 279% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.3 g | 396% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 819 mg | 273% | |
| Sodium | 7448 mg | 324% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 203.9 g | 408% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2386 mg | 51% | |
*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.
