Name: Serbian Baked Meat Rolls with Tomato Relish
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Serbian
Ingredients: 500g ground beef; 200g ground pork; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes; 1/4 cup red wine; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 tsp sugar; 1/4 tsp dried oregano

A baked variation of Ćevapčići with a rich tomato relish, using a different cooking technique for a slightly different texture and flavor.

Method

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
Divide the mixture into 12-15 equal portions and shape into long rolls.
In a baking dish, arrange the meat rolls and add the crushed tomatoes, red wine, olive oil, sugar, and oregano. Stir to coat.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 45-50 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens and the rolls are golden brown.
Serve the meat rolls with the tomato relish and a side of crusty bread.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.