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Croatian Cevapi

Cultural Context

Cevapi, a beloved dish in Croatia, has its roots in the Balkans, where it is often enjoyed as street food or at family gatherings. Traditionally made with a mix of meats and spices, these grilled sausages are served with flatbread and various condiments, symbolizing communal dining and hospitality. Today, cevapi has gained popularity beyond Croatia, with many variations found throughout the region, each boasting unique local flavors.

CroatianHRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500g minced meat (beef suggested)
50g onion juice (from 1 onion)
6g salt (1 tsp, smoked if available)
1/2 tsp MSG
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 egg
50g soda water

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is lower in fat and calories.

flatbread

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pita

💰Cheaper: regular pita

Whole wheat pita adds fiber.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme fraiche

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds protein.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: none

White pepper is a milder alternative.

1

Mix minced meat with onion juice in a bowl.

2

Add salt, MSG, ground cumin, and baking soda, then combine thoroughly.

3

Add egg and soda water, mixing until smooth.

4

Shape the mixture into small, finger-like sausages.

5

Heat olive oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat.

6

Place cevapi on the grill and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrilling

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlgrill panspatula

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

CevapciciCevapi

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