Vegan Cevapcici

Step 1

*Note: See step-by-step pictures above!

Step 2

Place the sunflower mince in a bowl. Pour the hot vegetable broth over it and allow to soak for 5-10 minutes. Then transfer to a fine-meshed sieve and squeeze out any excess liquid.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for about 3 minutes, until translucent. Then add the garlic and sauté for another minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Place the chickpeas, sautéed onions and garlic, soaked sunflower mince, and all other ingredients, including spices and herbs in a food processor, and process into a dough (see photo above).

Step 5

Then form it into sausages, patties or balls, whatever shape you like.

Step 6

Now fry the cevapcici in a pan with plenty of hot oil until they're golden brown from all sides, about 8 minutes. Alternatively, brush the cevapcici with a little oil and bake in a preheated oven at 392°F/200°C top/bottom heat (356°F/180°C fan) until golden brown, about 25 minutes (flipping halfway through).

Step 7

Serve with Turkish bulgur salad (kisir), vegan tzatziki, and fresh salad, or other vegetables and sides you like.

Step 8

Enjoy!