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Grilled Ćevapi with Onion Relish Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Special equipment needed:
- Grill
- Skewers

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, breadcrumbs, and milk. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

2. Divide the mixture into 16 equal portions and shape each portion into a sausage shape.

3. Thread each sausage shape onto a skewer.

4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

5. Grill the Ćevapi skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are fully cooked and browned on all sides.

6. While the Ćevapi are grilling, prepare the onion relish. In a small bowl, whisk together the chopped onion, red wine vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper.

7. Serve the grilled Ćevapi with the onion relish on the side.


- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill: medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 38g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 34g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground beef can be substituted with ground pork or ground chicken.
- Ground lamb can be substituted with ground beef or ground pork.
- Red wine vinegar can be substituted with white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup or agave nectar.

Variations:
- Add chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or cilantro to the Ćevapi mixture for added flavor.
- Serve the Ćevapi with a side of tzatziki sauce or hummus.
- Use pita bread to make a sandwich with the grilled Ćevapi and onion relish.

Tips and tricks:
- Soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- Make sure the grill is fully preheated before adding the Ćevapi skewers.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the Ćevapi are fully cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover Ćevapi and onion relish in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the Ćevapi in the microwave or oven until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the grilled Ćevapi on a platter with the onion relish on the side.
- Garnish with chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or cilantro.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a Greek salad.

Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted vegetables
- Greek salad
- Tzatziki sauce
- Hummus

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the Ćevapi are sticking to the grill, brush them with a little bit of oil before grilling.
- If the Ćevapi are not fully cooked, continue grilling until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F.

Food safety advice:
- Always wash your hands before handling raw meat.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the Ćevapi are fully cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F.

Food history:
- Ćevapi is a traditional Balkan dish made of grilled minced meat, typically served with onion relish and pita bread.

Flavor profiles:
- The Ćevapi are savory and slightly spicy, while the onion relish is tangy and sweet.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the grilled Ćevapi with a side of onion relish and pita bread for a traditional Balkan meal.

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Region: Bosnian

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Smoky, Spicy, Herbal