Cevapcici mit Tzaziki ist ein beliebtes Gericht in der Balkan-Küche, das sich mit wenigen Zutaten einfach und schnell zu Hause zubereiten lässt. Für eine vegetarische Variante können Rindfleischröllchen durch Gemüse oder Tofu ersetzt werden. Mit einem einfachen Life Hack lässt sich zudem das Tzaziki besonders schnell selber machen – ideal für eine schnelle Alltagsküche.

Cevapcici mit Tzaziki + Life Hack / einfach und schnell selber machen / Rindfleischröllchen Tzaziki

Ćevapčići, also known as Ćevapi, are a popular dish originating from the Balkans, particularly from Bosnia. These are grilled minced meat sticks that are commonly made from a pork and lamb mixture. However, Kiki shows us a modern twist with her recipe, which uses minced beef and basic ingredients that most people already have at home.

To start, she grates onions finely using the fine side of a vegetable grater, ensuring a delicious mouthfeel. Then, garlic cloves are added and mashed using a garlic press or finely chopped. This is followed by salt, pepper, and finely chopped parsley, which is optional but adds a delicious flavor.

The three key ingredients that make the meat juicy, tender, and delicious are baking powder, sweet paprika powder, and pul biber or paprika flakes. Kiki uses a combination of both spices to provide just the right amount of spiciness without being too hot.

Now it’s time to knead the meat mixture for a long time until it comes together. It will gradually change in consistency, and as you continue to knead, you won’t need any eggs or breadcrumbs. The meat mixture needs to be covered and left in the fridge for at least an hour, allowing the spices, garlic, and onions to develop their flavors.

Kiki prepares an easy tzatziki by adding cucumbers, fresh mint, garlic, and salt to low-fat yogurt, then gives it a brief stir. This fresh and tangy dip pairs well with the Ćevapčići.

The meat is shaped using a piping bag to ensure they are all the same size and are also quick and easy to shape. They are then fried evenly in oil for around 2.5 minutes on each side, ensuring they are crispy on the outside and soft in the center.

Ćevapčići can be served with either ajvar, a classic paste, or dipped in tzatziki. It can also be served with rice, flatbread, or pita bread to make a delicious kebab-style wrap.

Kiki’s recipe makes 56 small Ćevapčići, but they can be made larger, resulting in fewer portions. These mouth-watering grilled minced meat sticks are sure to impress your family and friends at your next dinner party. So why not give it a try and let us know how it goes?
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