Lunch Recipes

Grilled minced meat sausages served in flatbread with onions and ajvar. Ingredients (Serves 4) For the ćevapi: 500 g ground beef or beef-lamb mix 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 1 tsp paprika 1–2 tbsp cold water For serving: 4 lepinja (Balkan flatbreads) 1 small onion, finely chopped Ajvar or kajmak Optional: sour cream or yogurt Preparation Prepare the meat mixture: In a bowl, combine ground meat, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and cold water. Mix well

Crispy potato pancakes served with sour cream or mushroom sauce. Ingredients (Serves 4) 500 g potatoes, peeled and grated 1 small onion, grated 1 egg 2–3 tbsp all-purpose flour Salt and black pepper, to taste Vegetable oil, for frying To Serve: Sour cream or applesauce Optional: sugar for sweet version Preparation Prepare the batter: Grate potatoes and onion. Squeeze out excess liquid using a clean cloth or paper towel. In a bowl, combine potatoes, onion, egg, flour, salt, an

Stewed peppers, tomatoes, and onions, often served with bread or boiled eggs. Ingredients (Serves 4) 3–4 large bell peppers, sliced 3–4 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped 2 onions, sliced 2–3 cloves garlic, minced (optional) 2 tbsp vegetable oil or lard 1–2 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Optional: smoked sausage or bacon, sliced To Serve: Fresh bread or rolls Eggs (fried or poached) or boiled potatoes Preparation Cook the base: He

Fried cheese served with tartar sauce and potatoes or fries. Ingredients (Serves 2–4) 200–250 g semi-hard cheese (Edam, Gouda, or similar), cut into 1–1.5 cm thick slices 2 eggs, beaten 4–5 tbsp all-purpose flour 6–8 tbsp breadcrumbs Salt and pepper, to taste Vegetable oil, for frying To Serve: Tartar sauce or mayonnaise French fries or boiled potatoes Optional: lemon wedges and pickles Preparation Prepare the cheese: Slice cheese into even pieces about 1–1.5 cm thick. Season