Best 2 Serbian Ground Beef Veggie And Potato Bake Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Serbia with our tantalizing Serbian Ground Beef, Veggie, and Potato Bake. This hearty and comforting dish, known as "Sarma", is a symphony of flavors and textures that will warm your soul. Layers of tender ground beef, a medley of colorful vegetables, and hearty potatoes are enveloped in a luscious tomato sauce, creating a delectable casserole that is perfect for any occasion.

In this comprehensive guide, we present not just one, but three enticing variations of this classic Serbian dish. The traditional Sarma recipe showcases the harmonious blend of ground beef, rice, and aromatic spices, while the vegetarian version offers a delightful symphony of vegetables, ensuring that everyone can savor the goodness of this beloved dish.

But wait, there's more! We also introduce a unique Serbian Potato Bake, a delightful twist on the classic Sarma, featuring layers of thinly sliced potatoes, ground beef, and a creamy sauce, resulting in a culinary masterpiece that is both indulgent and satisfying.

So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the delectable world of Serbian Ground Beef, Veggie, and Potato Bake.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SERBIAN GROUND BEEF, VEGGIE, AND POTATO BAKE

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My boyfriend lived in Serbia for 3 years and always begs me to recreate some of his favorite dishes. Based on his sketchy explanations and a little research into Eastern European spices, I concocted this hearty and slightly spicy bake with ground beef, paprika, and vegetables like celery and peppers. Great with a glass of red wine!

Provided by amanda1432

Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Vegetable

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, shredded
2 celery stalks, chopped
½ tablespoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground cloves
¼ cup water
⅛ cup red wine
1 cube beef bouillon
2 tablespoons half-and-half
2 potatoes, peeled and sliced

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a casserole dish.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the beef until evenly brown. Remove beef from skillet, reserving juices, and set aside. Mix in the olive oil, and saute the green pepper, onion, carrot, and celery until tender.
Return beef to the skillet, and season with paprika, salt, black pepper, red pepper, cinnamon, and cloves. Stir in the water and red wine until heated through. Dissolve the beef bouillon cube into the mixture. Remove skillet from heat, and mix in the half-and-half.
Layer the bottom of the prepared casserole dish with enough potato slices to cover. Place the beef and vegetable mixture over the potatoes, and top with remaining potatoes.
Cook, covered, 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 566.5 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

SERBIAN GROUND BEEF, VEGGIE, AND POTATO BAKE

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This is from Allrecipes courtesy of Amanda. I have made this recipe twice and have enjoyed it. I am posting this to add to my Casserole Cookbook. Hope you enjoy it too. I also like to add 1/4 teaspoon of allspice

Provided by Naturelover

Categories < 4 Hours

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, shredded
2 celery ribs, chopped
1/2 tablespoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pinch ground cinnamon (I add 1/4 teaspoon)
1 pinch ground cloves (I add 1/4 teaspoon)
1/4 cup water
1/8 cup red wine
1 beef bouillon cube
2 tablespoons half-and-half
2 potatoes, peeled and sliced (I add four potatoes)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a casserole dish.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the beef until evenly brown. Remove beef from skillet, reserving juices, and set aside. Mix in the olive oil, and saute the green pepper, onion, carrot, and celery until tender.
Return beef to the skillet, and season with paprika, salt, black pepper, red pepper, cinnamon, and cloves. Stir in the water and red wine until heated through. Dissolve the beef bouillon cube into the mixture. Remove skillet from heat, and mix in the half-and-half.
Layer the bottom of the prepared casserole dish with enough potato slices to cover. ( I slice very thinly) Place the beef and vegetable mixture over the potatoes, and top with remaining potatoes.
Cook, covered, 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.4, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 80, Sodium 659.8, Carbohydrate 26.3, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 4.2, Protein 24.7

Tips:

For a more flavorful dish, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork.
If you don't have any frozen peas, you can use fresh peas instead. Just blanch them for a few minutes before adding them to the dish.
Feel free to add other vegetables to this dish, such as carrots, celery, or zucchini.
If you don't have any sour cream, you can use plain yogurt instead.
Serve this dish with a side of crusty bread or rice.

Conclusion:

This Serbian ground beef, veggie, and potato bake is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of ground beef, vegetables, and potatoes, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.