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Smashing Serbian Sausage, Cevapi. ћевапи

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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
500 grams minced pork
500 grams minced lamb
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper
less than 1 teaspoon bicarbonate soda
1 egg white
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt

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

Combine minced pork and minced lamb in a bowl.

2

Add paprika, black pepper, bicarbonate soda, and salt to the meat mixture.

3

Finely chop garlic and add to the mixture.

4

Gently mix the meat and spices without overworking it.

5

Add egg white to bind the mixture together.

6

Form the mixture into small sausages.

7

Refrigerate for 24-48 hours to let flavors meld (optional).

8

Heat sunflower oil in a skillet.

9

Cook the sausages in the skillet for about 5-10 minutes until cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrilling

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlskillet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

CevapciciCevapi

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