cevapcici Sausage former Yugoslavia german everyday cooking Video Recipe littleGasthaus

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is lower in fat while still offering flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and adds creaminess with fewer calories.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili provides flavor without the cost.

Combine ground beef and ground lamb in a large bowl.

Finely chop onion and garlic, then add to the meat mixture.

Sprinkle in paprika, black pepper, and salt, mixing well.

Dissolve baking soda in water and add to the mixture.

Knead the mixture until well combined, about 5 minutes.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Shape meat mixture into small, finger-sized sausages.

Place sausages on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned.

Serve hot with bread, yogurt, and chopped parsley.

Garnish with red pepper flakes if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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