A closeup of cevapi sausages on a plate.
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The Balkan Sausage That'll Stand Out From The Remainder Of Your Grilled Meat
By Ashlyn Frassinelli
Cevapi sausages cooking on a grill.
The next time you're firing up the grill for some sausages, make room in your repertoire for the small, hand-formed Balkan sausages known as ćevapi.
Cevapi sausages served with mustard, salsa, and onions.
Ćevapi most likely originated in Serbia and are made from a mix of ground meat (pork, lamb, beef) seasoned with garlic, salt, pepper, and sometimes a little paprika.
A variety of ajvar sauces in bowls.
These sausages may be simple, but they take well to a good charcoal grilling and are often enjoyed with flatbread, chopped raw onions, and the popular Balkan condiment, ajvar.
A variety of alchoholic beverages on a table.
It gained popularity as an accompaniment for alcoholic beverages and is incredibly easy to make at home with just a few ingredients and a short refrigeration time.
Cevapi sausages cooking on a grill.
Though preparations vary from region to region, most Balkan establishments will serve a similar dish of short, stout sausages prepared with traditional accompaniments.