Cevapcici With Paprika Lecho Recipe

This finger-lickin' good Cevapcici with Paprika Lecho recipe is a family favorite! The sweet and smoky lecho, with its vibrant paprika flavor, is the perfect complement to the crispy, juicy cevapcici. Even picky eaters will be begging for more! This recipe is easily tripled (we always do!), and leftovers of the delicious lecho are fantastic served over rice. (Adapted from Ursula Summ)

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 150.7 kcal

Protein 7g

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Ingredients for Cevapcici With Paprika Lecho

Onion
Red Peppers
Yellow Peppers
Green Pepper
Olive Oil
Vegetable Soup Mix
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
Garlic Cloves
Egg
Meat
Sea Salt
Cayenne Pepper
Paprika

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How to Make Cevapcici With Paprika Lecho

**Lecho Prep:** Finely chop 1 large onion and 2 bell peppers (any color).
**Sauté Vegetables:** Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large Teflon pan over medium heat. Add the onion and peppers and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
**Season the Lecho:** Stir in 1 tablespoon of sweet paprika, 1 teaspoon of soup powder (e.g., vegetable or chicken bouillon), and 1/4 cup of water if needed to adjust consistency.
**Simmer the Lecho:** Cover the pan and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the flavors have melded.
**Prepare Cevapcici:** In a large bowl, combine 1 pound ground beef, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 cup bread crumbs. Mix well.
**Shape the Cevapcici:** Gently form the mixture into thumb-sized rolls.
**Cook the Cevapcici:** Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the cevapcici on all sides until cooked through and crispy (about 8-10 minutes), turning occasionally.
**Serve and Enjoy!:** Serve the cevapcici hot with the paprika lecho. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

Carbs

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation For 1 Or 2 Main Dish Beef Vegetables European Kosher Dietary Ground Beef Meat Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cevapcici With Paprika Lecho?

Cevapcici With Paprika Lecho takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cevapcici With Paprika Lecho?

Cevapcici With Paprika Lecho has approximately 150.7 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cevapcici With Paprika Lecho?

The key ingredients for Cevapcici With Paprika Lecho are Onion, Red Peppers, Yellow Peppers, Green Pepper, Olive Oil, Vegetable Soup Mix. See the full list with measurements above.