BALKAN BURGERS

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These burgers are called Pljeskavica in Albania. It literally means 'to clap your hands' which describes how the patties are made. They can be grilled or fried and served on crusty rolls or in pita pockets. Traditionally they are served by spreading ajvar and kajmak on them and adding onions and pickles.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Burgers

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 19

FOR BURGERS:
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/2 lb ground veal (or lamb)
1/2 medium onion, grated or minced
3 Tbsp minced fresh parsley or dill
1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 c beef stock or water
FOR SERVING:
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 ripe tomato, finely chopped
1/4 c chopped pickled peppers
ajvar, optional
kajmak, optional
4 crusty rolls or pita pockets

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all burger ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  • 2. With wet hands, form 4 patties and refrigerate (covered) until ready to grill.
  • 3. Place the chopped vegetables in bowls with spoons.
  • 4. Preheat the grill to high. Grill the burgers until cooked through and golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes per side, turning with a spatula.
  • 5. Serve the burgers on rolls topped with spoonfuls of onion, tomato, and pickled pepper.

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