Mediterranean Diet Authentic Balkan Cevapi
Discover the delight of the Mediterranean Diet with this Authentic Balkan Cevapi recipe—a true homage to traditional Balkan flavors. Made with a perfect blend of ground beef and lamb, these succulent, sausage-shaped morsels are seasoned with aromatic garlic, paprika, and a touch of baking soda for a tender texture. This dish comes together in just 30 minutes and showcases simple yet sophisticated techniques, like hand-shaping and grilling for a smoky, charred finish. Serve these juicy cevapi with warm flatbread, crisp onions, and a dollop of tangy red pepper sauce to transport your taste buds straight to the heart of the Mediterranean. Perfect for gatherings or an elevated weeknight meal, this recipe embraces healthful Mediterranean ingredients while delivering bold, authentic flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams ground beef
- 250 grams ground lamb
- 1 medium onion
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Finely chop the medium onion and crush the garlic cloves.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground lamb.
Add the chopped onion, crushed garlic, paprika, baking soda, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture.
Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of water to the bowl to keep the mixture moist and help with binding.
Use your hands to mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Divide the mixture into small, equal portions (about 25 grams each) and shape them into sausage forms, approximately 3 inches long.
Place the formed cevapi onto a plate, cover them with cling film, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help the flavors meld.
Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
Lightly oil the grill grates or pan to prevent the cevapi from sticking.
Grill the cevapi for about 4-5 minutes on each side, turning once, until they are cooked through and have a nice charred exterior.
Remove the cevapi from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the cevapi warm, traditionally with flatbread, fresh onions, and a side of ajvar or red pepper sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.6 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.1 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 417 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 4135 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 102.2 g | 204% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1789 mg | 38% | |
*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.
