Cevapcici Cevapi Balkan Sausage Sandwiches

Savor the irresistible flavors of the Balkans with these Cevapcici Cevapi Balkan Sausage Sandwiches! This traditional recipe brings together tender, spiced sausages made from a combination of ground beef and lamb, seasoned with garlic, paprika, and black pepper for an authentic taste. Grilled to perfection, these juicy sausages are nestled into soft, warm flatbread or lepina and topped with a medley of vibrant accompaniments, including tangy ajvar (pepper relish), creamy sour cream, crisp red onions, and fresh parsley. Optional slices of cucumber and tomato add a refreshing crunch, making these sandwiches a complete handheld feast. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick 10-minute cook, these Balkan sausage sandwiches are perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. Indulge in this culinary treasure and bring a taste of Southeastern Europe to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 250 grams Ground lamb
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 4 pieces Flatbread or lepina
• 1 medium Red onion
• 4 tablespoons Ajvar (pepper relish)
• 4 tablespoons Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 small Cucumber (optional)
• 1 medium Tomato (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground lamb.

Step 2

Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the meat mixture.

Step 3

Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 4

Mix in the baking soda and water, which help keep the sausages tender.

Step 5

Knead the mixture thoroughly with your hands for about 5 minutes until it becomes sticky and well combined.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best flavor.

Step 7

Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 8

With damp hands, shape the meat mixture into small sausage-like logs, about 3-4 inches long and 1 inch thick. You should have about 12 pieces.

Step 9

Grill the sausages for 6-8 minutes, turning them occasionally, until they are browned and cooked through.

Step 10

While the sausages are cooking, warm the flatbreads on the grill or in a dry skillet until soft and pliable.

Step 11

Slice the red onion thinly, and if using, slice the cucumber and tomatoes as well.

Step 12

To assemble the sandwiches, place 3 cevapcici sausages onto each flatbread.

Step 13

Top with ajvar, sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

Step 14

Add sliced red onion, cucumber, and tomato on top if desired.

Step 15

Fold the flatbread around the fillings and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1629.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3067.6

Total Fat 158.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 595.9mg	0%
Sodium 8485.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 24.7g
Protein 184.3g	0%

Vitamin D 10IU	0%
Calcium 353.2mg	0%
Iron 23.2mg	0%
Potassium 3302.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.9%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 30.3%