Authentic Triestine Cevapcici Recipe

Try this delicious and authentic recipe for Triestine Cevapcici, a popular dish from Trieste, Italy. These small grilled sausages are made with a mix of ground beef and pork, flavored with garlic and paprika. They are great for grilling and make a fantastic addition to any barbecue or party. Serve them in a bun with onions and mustard or enjoy them on their own. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you'll have these tasty sausages ready in no time!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, minced garlic, sweet paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. In a separate bowl, soak the bread crumbs in milk for a few minutes until softened.
3. Add the soaked bread crumbs, chopped parsley, and chopped cilantro (optional) to the meat mixture. Mix until everything is well combined.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
6. Take small portions of the meat mixture and shape them into small sausages, about 3-4 inches long and 1 inch thick.
7. Grill the cevapcici for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until nicely browned and cooked through.
8. Remove from the heat and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
9. Serve the Triestine Cevapcici in a bun with onions and mustard, or enjoy them on their own as a delicious appetizer or main course.

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