Balkan Stuffed Burger — Pljeskavica
A Balkan grilled burger patty stuffed with cheese and kajmak (or sour cream), crispy-edged and juicy inside. High heat, 10 minutes total, pure comfort.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 620
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- ¼ cup kajmak or sour cream
- 3 oz sharp cheddar or kashkaval cheese
- ¼ medium, minced onion
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- 1
Mix ground beef with onion, paprika, salt, and pepper until just combined — don't overwork.
- 2
Divide meat into 4 equal balls. Flatten 2 into thin disks about 0.25 inches thick.
- 3
Top one disk with 2 tbsp kajmak and 1.5 oz cheese, leaving a 0.5-inch border. Place second disk on top and press edges to seal.
- 4
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 5
Slide patties into the skillet and cook 4–5 minutes per side without moving until edges crisp and cheese peeks out.
- 6
Transfer to a plate and let rest 2 minutes. Serve hot with onion and ajvar if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch cast iron or nonstick)
- mixing bowl
- spatula
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