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Ćevapčići

Ćevapčići is a traditional Serbian recipe for a classic dish of spiced mixed minced (ground) meats shaped into small sausage shapes and grilled (broiled) or barbecued before serving. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Serbian version of: Ćevapčići.

prep time

20 minutes

cook time

20 minutes

Total Time:

40 minutes

Serves:

8

National:
Rating: 4.5 star rating

Tags : National Dish Spice RecipesPork RecipesBeef RecipesLamb RecipesSerbia Recipes

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Ingredients:

450g lean beef, minced
225g minced pork
225g minced lamb
4 garlic cloves, grated
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tsp freshly-ground black pepper

Method:

Combine all the spices in a bowl then add to the meats and mix thoroughly to combine. Using your hands shape the spiced meat mixture into thumb-shaped sausages.

Place either on a hot barbecue or under a grill (broiler) and cook until done (about 15 minutes, depending on the size of your cevapcici. (You can also cook on a griddle pan.). Turn the cevapcici frequently to ensure they are evenly browned all over.

Serve with pita bread and fried onions. They can also be made smaller and served as starter with a chill-based dip and toothpicks for eating.