Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAdriatic RestaurantHadjzijski Cevapi Recipe

Hadjzijski Cevapi Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Cevapi tossed in sauteed mushrooms, onions, peppers, capers, olives in a ajvar cream sauce served over rice.

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Ingredients

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Cevapi

Vegetable Mixture

Ajvar Cream Sauce

Rice

Method

Prepare the Cevapi

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, and baking soda. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

  2. 2

    Shape Cevapi

    Form the meat mixture into small, finger-sized sausages, about 10 cm long. Place them on a plate and set aside.

Cook the Cevapi

  1. 3

    Grill or Fry Cevapi

    Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the cevapi for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and keep warm.

Prepare the Vegetable Mixture

  1. 4

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.

  2. 5

    Add Remaining Vegetables

    Add the sliced mushrooms, bell pepper, capers, and olives to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the vegetables are heated through.

Prepare Ajvar Cream Sauce

  1. 6

    Mix Sauce Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine ajvar, sour cream, and garlic powder. Mix well until creamy and smooth.

Cook the Rice

  1. 7

    Cook Rice

    In a saucepan, combine the rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 8

    Plate the Dish

    On a serving plate, place a scoop of rice, top with the sautéed vegetable mixture, and arrange the grilled cevapi on top. Drizzle with ajvar cream sauce before serving.

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