Cevapcici Balkan Sausage
Balkan cevapcici is a traditional casing-less sausage, popular in Eastern European cuisine, made from lamb or a combination of various meats.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven broiler if using this cooking method.
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Combine beef, pork, lamb, garlic, chopped onions, and salt in a large bowl; knead thoroughly.
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Fry a small patty to taste and adjust seasonings in the raw mixture as desired.
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Refrigerate the meat mixture for a minimum of one hour, or ideally overnight.
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Roll the mixture into 3/4-inch diameter cylinders and cut into 4-inch links.
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Chill the formed sausages for an additional hour to firm.
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Cook by broiling on a charcoal grill or a preheated oven broiler rack 4 to 6 inches from the flame for 4 minutes per side, until no longer pink. Alternatively, pan-fry in a large skillet over high heat for a total of 8 minutes, turning frequently.
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Serve immediately with chopped raw onion.