Juicy Air Fryer Ćevapčići

Your air fryer is the perfect tool for cooking up traditional ćevapčići—those juicy, flavorful Balkan meat sticks—in no time.

Ćevapčići, a popular dish from the Balkans, is quickly gaining fans here too. With its delicious seasoning and quick prep time, it’s a great option for any meal, whether it’s a casual summer dinner or a cozy winter evening.

The best part? There’s no need to fuss over the cooking. Just pop the ćevapčići into the air fryer basket, and in a few minutes, they’re perfectly cooked with just a quick flip halfway through.

Serve them however you like. They’re traditionally paired with ajvar and finely chopped onions (red or white), but I love serving them with fries, tomatoes, grilled peppers, and warm pita wedges. Every option complements them beautifully.

Cooking Time and Temperature

When it comes to air fryer recipes, getting the cooking time and temperature right is key, and ćevapčići are no exception. Here’s how to set your air fryer:

• Temperature: 400°F (200°C)
• Cooking Time: 12 minutes (flip the ćevapčići after 8 minutes)

Depending on what you’re serving them with, plan for about 4-6 ćevapčići per person. Most standard air fryers can handle around 3-4 servings at once.

Note: This recipe uses store-bought, pre-made ćevapčići.

Juicy Air Fryer Ćevapčići

Quick and easy air fryer ćevapčići, perfectly juicy and flavorful.

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Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 12 minutes mins

Servings 2 people

Ingredients

  

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• 12 ćevapčići sticks

Instructions

 

• Preheat your air fryer. Place the raw ćevapčići sticks into the preheated basket.
  
• Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 8 minutes.
  
• Flip the ćevapčići so the less-cooked side is facing up. Continue cooking for another 4 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
  
• Your juicy, delicious ćevapčići are ready to serve immediately. Enjoy!
  

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