Use very fresh mince
Keep the mixture cool until moulded and prepare on the intended consumption day. The rest phase takes place in the fridge, not on the countertop.
Everyday cooking Recipe
Air fryer beef cevapcici
The elongated mince rolls are cooked in a single layer and turned in between. This recipe only uses beef and does not use baking powder or soda.
Total time
57 min
Calories
477 kcal
Servings
2 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Why this recipe works
Uniform rolls instead of large minced-meat sausages
Eight pieces, about 7 cm long and 2 cm thick, can be cooked reliably. The mince is kneaded with the spices briefly vigorously until it binds easily, and then cooled. Cevapcici have different meat mixtures and seasonings depending on the region; here a simple beef version for two portions is described. Bread, ajvar and onion side dishes are not included.
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Recipe
Air fryer beef cevapcici
Small beef mince rolls are formed without egg and crumbs. Garlic, peppers and a cold rest phase give the mixture flavour and structure.
Ingredients
2 servings
Method
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1
Season the mince
Knead minced meat with garlic, cold water, paprika powder, salt and pepper for about 2 minutes until the mixture sticks together slightly. Do not taste the raw mince mixture.
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2
Chill and shape
Covered, leave to rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. With moistened hands, form eight equal rolls of about 7 cm length and 2 cm thickness. Spread thinly on the outside with the weighed oil.
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3
Brown on all sides
If required by the manufacturer, preheat for 3 minutes to 180 °C. Place rolls side by side and cook for about 14 minutes at 180 °C. After 7 minutes, turn carefully; leaked fat must not smoke on the heating element.
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4
Cook thoroughly
The thickest rolls must reach at least 70 °C in the core for 2 minutes. If necessary, cook longer. Place four pieces on each of two plates; add bread or other side dishes separately.
Kitchen know-how
Tips for Air fryer beef cevapcici
Keep the mince rolls evenly thick
Uniform cylinders cook more evenly than pieces with wide middle and thin tips. Length and thickness are more important than a perfect surface.
Variations
How to adapt this recipe
Replace 100 g of the beef mince with the same quantity of lamb mince. The remaining quantities remain the same, taste and nutritional values change.
Replace a part of the sweet paprika with hot paprika. Do not sprinkle any additional loose layer of spice into the running basket afterwards.
Nutrition per serving
477kcal
0.4 gCarbohydrates
38.6 gProtein
35.4 gFat
Values are estimates per serving and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about Air fryer beef cevapcici
Not in this version. Short strong kneading with salt and the cold rest phase help the mince mixture hold together.
The pieces can be too thick or the basket too full. Measure the thickest rolls and extend cooking time; browning is not a reliable test of whether the centre is cooked.
Not here. The basic version contains garlic, but no onion. Desired onion side dishes are added separately and are not included.
No. There are different regional variations. This recipe explicitly describes an uncomplicated beef version for the air fryer.
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