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Pljeskavica (Serbian Burger) Recipe

Pljeskavica is a Serbian dish consisting of a grilled meat patty, usually made from a blend of ground beef, lamb, and pork. It's a staple at Serbian barbecues, gatherings, festivals, and street food markets.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Additional Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 37 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Serbian
Servings 6 Yield
Calories 604 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Ground beef - 500g
  • Ground pork - 300g
  • Ground lamb - 200g
  • Onion, finely chopped - 1
  • Cloves of garlic, minced - 2
  • Paprika - 1 tsp
  • Ground black pepper - 1 tsp
  • Salt - 1 tsp
  • Cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) - 1/2 tsp
  • Dried oregano - 1/2 tsp
  • Dried thyme - 1/2 tsp
  • Lepinja (Serbian bread) or burger buns, for serving - 6

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, lamb, and pork.
  • Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, ground paprika, salt, black pepper, and any optional herbs and spices. Mix well until all of the ingredients are evenly combined.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat a grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Divide the meat mixture into equal portions and shape them into large, flat patties, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
  • Grill the Pljeskavica patties for about 5-7 minutes per side or until they are cooked to your desired level of doneness.
  • While the meat is grilling, lightly toast the lepinja or burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
  • Once cooked, remove the Pljeskavica from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 604kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 48gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 154mgSodium: 749mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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