2poundsground meat – any combination of lambpork or beef
3clovesgarlic minced
3Twater
1 ½tspbaking soda
2tsppaprika
salt and pepper
Thinly sliced onions for serving
Instructions
Combine the mixed meat with the garlic, water, baking soda and paprika. Season with salt and pepper.
Knead until well mixed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours but up to 12 hours.
When ready to cook, preheat a barbecue or a grill. Or, get a lightly oiled pan ready. Shape the mixture into small kebabs of the ground meat about 3- 4 inches long.
Grill, boil or pan fry each cevapi for about 8 minutes. If grilling or broiling, turn after 4 minutes. If pan frying, turn frequently to brown all sides.
Serve hot with thinly sliced onions, on bread and/or with your choice of relish.