Simple but delicious Čevapi/Cevapi recipe - how to make, cook and serve balkanski recept

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner and more affordable.

flatbread

🥗Healthier: whole grain pita

💰Cheaper: store-bought bread

Whole grain pita offers more fiber.

ajvar

🥗Healthier: hummus

💰Cheaper: salsa

Hummus provides a creamy texture with lower cost.

Add 100ml of cold water into a pot with freshly chopped garlic.

Boil for approximately 3-4 minutes at high heat, then strain the garlic.

Combine minced meat in a bowl with salt, baking soda, black pepper, and garlic water.

Mix by hand for approximately 20-30 minutes until smooth.

Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to make it easier to handle.

Form the chevapi by rolling the mixture into long shapes using oiled hands.

Heat a pan on high heat and add a little oil to prevent sticking.

Cook the chevapi on high heat, flipping and tossing them to ensure even cooking.

Cooking Techniques

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