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Traditional Bulgarian Kebapche

Minced meat rolls cooked on a grill, a staple in Bulgarian cuisine.

30 minutes4 servings
Traditional Bulgarian Kebapche
Photo: Apostoloff · CC BY-SA 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a bowl, mix the mince with onion, garlic, tomato paste, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Shape the mixture into long, thin rolls, about 15cm in length.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet or on a grill.
  4. Cook the kebapche for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  5. Serve hot with a side of yogurt or bread.
  6. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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