Low Sodium Cevapcici
Discover the irresistible flavors of **Low Sodium Cevapcici**, a heart-smart twist on the classic Balkan dish. Combining the rich, savory notes of ground beef and lamb with a fragrant blend of smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, and garlic, this recipe is a robust yet health-conscious choice. By eliminating excess salt and using a touch of baking soda for tenderness, these skinless sausages remain juicy and flavorful while being kind to your diet. Perfectly pan-seared or grilled to achieve a golden brown crust, these cevapcici are ready in just 35 minutes and make an ideal pairing with flatbreads, fresh veggies, or a dollop of yogurt sauce. Balanced, aromatic, and low in sodium, this recipe ensures you don’t sacrifice taste for heart health.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams ground beef
- 200 grams ground lamb
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and lamb thoroughly, ensuring any lumps are broken up.
Add in the minced garlic, chopped onion, smoked paprika, black pepper, cumin, and coriander. Mix well until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
Dissolve the baking soda in the tablespoon of water, then add it to the meat mixture. This will help tenderize the meat and keep the Cevapcici moist.
Mix the meat mixture with your hands for several minutes for a more cohesive texture. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to let the flavors meld.
When ready to cook, form the meat mixture into small sausage shapes about 3 inches long and 1 inch in diameter, using your hands. You should have about 12 to 16 pieces.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat or prepare a grill. Carefully add the Cevapcici to the hot pan or grill.
Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they have browned nicely on the outside and are cooked through on the inside.
Once cooked, remove the Cevapcici from the heat and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the Cevapcici before serving. Enjoy them with flatbread and fresh vegetables or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1641 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.9 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.6 g | 223% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 432 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 1646 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 103.0 g | 206% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1848 mg | 39% | |
*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.
