Romanian Grilled Mici
Casing-free Romanian sausages made with pork, beef and lamb, seasoned with thyme, garlic, pepper and baking soda. Makes about 4 servings; hands-on preparation time and servings are estimates. Allow about 10 minutes to prepare, 15 minutes to rest and about 6 minutes to grill.
Mici, also called mititei, are small seasoned minced-meat rolls grilled without casings. This version combines pork, beef and lamb. Hands-on preparation time and the 4 servings are estimates; the mixture rests in the refrigerator for 15 minutes and takes about 6 minutes to cook.
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Method
- 01
Mix the meat and seasonings
Put the ground pork, ground beef and ground lamb in a bowl. Add the dried thyme, ground black pepper, garlic powder, baking soda and salt. Knead until the mixture is cohesive and sticky.
Ready to continue when: The meat is well combined and the seasonings are evenly distributed.
5 min - 02
Shape the mici
Divide the mixture into portions and shape them into casing-free rolls, keeping them a similar thickness. Place them on a tray.
Ready to continue when: The rolls are cylindrical and similar in size.
5 min - 03
Chill the rolls
Cover the tray and refrigerate the rolls for 15 minutes.
Ready to continue when: The rolls hold their shape when moved gently.
15 min - 04
Grill the mici
Grill the mici over medium-high heat for about 1½ minutes on each of their four sides, about 6 minutes in total. Turn them carefully and serve hot once the centers are cooked through.
Ready to continue when: The rolls are browned on all sides and the centers are cooked, with no raw appearance.
6 min
Ingredients
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