Croatian Cevapi Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, mix together ground beef and lamb with minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 2.Shape the meat mixture into small sausages, about 3-4 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
• STEP 3.Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the cevapi for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through.
• STEP 4.Serve the cevapi in warm flatbread, along with chopped onions and ajvar. Enjoy as a street food or at family gatherings.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add finely chopped onions or parsley to the meat mixture.
• If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the cevapi in a skillet over medium heat.
• To make the ajvar, roast red peppers and eggplant until charred, then peel and blend them with garlic, olive oil, and salt.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover cevapi can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, you can grill them again for a few minutes or warm them in a skillet.
• Serve the cevapi with a side of ajvar, chopped onions, and warm flatbread for a complete meal.