Cevapi
Grilled minced meat sausages served with fresh onion, tomato, and a zesty red pepper relish. A simple, flavorful Balkan-style dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 24g

Ingredients
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Step 1
In a bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix until just combined, then shape into 8 small sausages, about 3 inches long.
Step 2
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the cevapi, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes total.
Step 3
While the cevapi cook, slice 1 medium onion into thin rings and 1 large tomato into slices. Cut 1 lemon into wedges.
Step 4
Serve the hot cevapi on a plate with the onion, tomato, 1/2 cup red pepper relish, and lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over.
Step 5
Enjoy immediately, optionally wrapped in flatbread if you have it.
Tools you’ll need
- Grill or grill pan
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
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