Serbian grilled ćevapi
Small, oblong pieces of ground beef seasoned with garlic, baking soda and paprika, chilled to rest and grilled.
These ćevapi are made with ground beef and shaped into small cylinders before grilling. Chilling the mixture helps it hold together when shaped and cooked.
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Method
- 01
Mix
Put the ground beef in a bowl. Add the chopped garlic, baking soda and sweet paprika. Mix well until the seasonings are distributed throughout the meat.
Ready to continue when: The mixture looks even, with the seasonings distributed throughout the meat.
- 02
Rest
Cover the bowl and leave the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 120 minutes.
Ready to continue when: The mixture has rested, covered, in the refrigerator for at least 120 minutes.
120 min - 03
Shape
Divide the mixture and shape it into small, compact cylinders of similar size.
Ready to continue when: The pieces are cylindrical, hold together and are similar in size.
- 04
Grill
Heat a grill or frying pan over medium heat. Cook the ćevapi for about 4–5 minutes per side, turning them so they brown evenly.
Ready to continue when: The ćevapi are browned all over and the meat is cooked through in the center.
10 min
Ingredients
Sources and review
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