Second Spin, Country 22: Bosnia & Herzegovina [International Food]

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner and more affordable.

flatbread

🥗Healthier: whole grain pita

💰Cheaper: tortillas

Whole grain pita adds fiber while tortillas are often less expensive.

Mix ground beef, ground lamb, minced onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Heat water and mix with baking soda, then add to the meat mixture and combine gently.

Pour the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and press flat. Refrigerate overnight.

The next day, cut the mixture into half-inch by two-inch pieces.

Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and fry the pieces for 1 to 2 minutes per side in batches.

For the bread, mix yeast in warm water with sugar and let sit for 15 minutes until bubbles form.

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder. Slowly mix in the wet ingredients and knead for about 7 minutes.

Cover and let sit for at least 1 hour, then punch down and let sit for another hour and a half.

Divide the dough into three portions, roll into circles about two-thirds of an inch thick, and let rest for 15 minutes.

Preheat a baking stone in the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit, then slide the dough onto the stone and bake for 5 minutes.

Lower the heat to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for another 8 minutes. Remove and cover with a towel for 10 minutes.

Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat, add onions and cook until golden, about 10 minutes.

Add garlic, paprika, flour, salt, and pepper, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.

Add drained lima beans, combine, and pour into a casserole dish. Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.

For the salad, mix green bell pepper, chopped tomatoes, sliced red onion, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss and add feta cheese before serving.

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