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Classic Balkan Pljeskavica

Name: Classic Balkan Pljeskavica
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Balkan
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 lb ground pork; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 egg; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 green bell pepper, sliced

A traditional Balkan dish featuring a juicy meat patty, often served with a side of green pepper.

30 minutes4 servings

Method

In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, pork, onion, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper.
Form the mixture into 4-6 patties.
Grill or pan-sear the patties until fully cooked.
Serve the patties with grilled green bell pepper on the side.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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