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Classic Macedonian Pljeskavica with Brown Sauce

Name: Classic Macedonian Pljeskavica with Brown Sauce
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Balkan
Ingredients: 500g ground beef; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup beef broth; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon vinegar; Lettuce, tomato, and onion for serving

A variation of the traditional grilled meat patty with a rich brown sauce, served with a side of vegetables.

35 minutes4 servings

Method

In a bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, tomato paste, paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Shape the mixture into 4-6 patties.
Grill or cook the patties on a skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked.
In a separate pan, heat the beef broth, soy sauce, and vinegar to create the brown sauce.
Serve the pljeskavica with the brown sauce and fresh vegetables on the side.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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