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Bosnian Meatballs

Cultural Context

Originating from the rich culinary traditions of the Balkans, Bosnian meatballs reflect the region's love for hearty, flavorful dishes. Often enjoyed during family gatherings or special occasions, these meatballs are a comforting staple, showcasing the blend of spices and fresh ingredients. Today, variations exist across the globe, with many adapting the recipe to local tastes while preserving its essence.

BosnianBAmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500 grams ground beef
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic
1 onion
1 egg
10 grams salt
1 teaspoon paprika powder
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon baking soda
30 grams flour
500 milliliters tomato sauce
water
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon oregano
butter

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey reduces fat content while still being flavorful.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide a healthier, gluten-free option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: cilantro

Spinach adds nutrients while being cost-effective.

1

Welcome to the cooking channel and introduction to the recipe.

2

State that cufte are Bosnian meatballs stewed in tomato sauce with mashed potatoes or rice as sides.

3

Mention the ingredients: 500 grams of ground beef, 2 tablespoons of breadcrumbs, 2 cloves of garlic, 1 onion, 1 egg, 10 grams of salt, 1 teaspoon of paprika powder, 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 30 grams of flour, 500 milliliters of tomato sauce, water, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of oregano.

4

Wet your hands and form balls from the minced meat mixture.

5

Heat and stir 30 grams of flour and 1 gram of butter in a pan.

6

Stir in 500 milliliters of tomato sauce and water into the pan.

7

Add a little olive oil and 1 tablespoon of sugar to the sauce.

8

Simmer the mixture for 40 minutes on low heat.

9

Season the sauce with 1 tablespoon of oregano before serving.

10

Serve the cufte with rice or mashed potatoes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbrowningbaking

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutenegg

Also Known As

Sogan-dolmaBurek meatballs

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