MEMORIES OF MACEDONIA ~ SHARSKA PLESKAVICA (Pljeskavica) (Stuffed Burger)

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and healthier, while ground pork is often less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more economical.

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread offers more nutrients, while white bread is cheaper.

Combine ground beef and ground pork in a large bowl.

Add finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped parsley to the meat.

Sprinkle in paprika, black pepper, salt, and baking soda; mix until well combined.

Form the mixture into patties, about the size of a burger.

Heat olive oil in a grill or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Cook patties for 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.

While cooking, prepare the bread by slicing it open.

Once cooked, place the patty inside the bread.

Top with cheese, sliced tomatoes, and cucumbers.

Drizzle with ketchup and any additional sauces as desired.

Serve immediately while hot.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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