Here's a recipe for Ćufte in Creamy Spinach Sauce (Ćufte sa špinatom u kremastom sosu), a savory and hearty dish that's perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients for the Meatballs (Ćufte):
- 500g ground meat (beef or mixed)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- A handful of fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 slices white bread (only the middle part), soaked in milk and squeezed out
- Salt, pepper, vegeta (or any spices of your choice)
Instructions for the Meatballs:
In a bowl, combine the ground meat, onion, garlic, parsley, and the soaked bread. Season with salt, pepper, and vegetа (or your preferred spices). Mix everything together well.Shape the mixture into meatballs of your desired size.
Heat some oil in a deep frying pan. Brown the meatballs on all sides until they're golden brown. Remove the partially cooked meatballs from the pan and set aside.
Ingredients for the Sauce:
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- Salt, pepper, vegeta (to taste)
- A handful of fresh parsley, chopped
- 500ml cooking cream (heavy cream)
- 1 tablespoon paprika (sweet or mild)
- Spinach, washed (fresh or frozen)
Instructions for the Sauce:
In the same pan where you fried the meatballs, sauté onion until soft.Add tomato paste and stir well. Season with salt, pepper, vegetа, and parsley. Mix everything together.
Pour in the cooking cream and add the paprika. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
Return the meatballs to the pan, and top with the washed spinach. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach wilts and the meatballs are cooked through.
If the Sauce is Too Thin:
- In a small cup, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with a little water and a pinch of paprika. Add this to the sauce to thicken it.
Serving:
Serve the meatballs with your favorite pasta and a side salad for a complete meal. Enjoy the creamy, flavorful combination!
This dish is comforting and packed with flavor. Let me know how it turns out! 😊
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main dish
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