These authentic Romanian Mititei are juicy, tender sausages packed with bold flavors from garlic, thyme, and basil. The unique combination of beef and pork, along with a touch of baking soda, creates an incredibly soft texture that falls apart in the best way. Perfect for summer barbecues, festive gatherings, or a hearty weeknight dinner, these no-skin sausages are a crowd-pleaser. They are easy to shape by hand and cook quickly on the grill or under the broiler, offering a deliciously aromatic experience.
Romanian Sausages (Mititei
Description
These authentic Romanian Mititei are juicy, tender sausages packed with bold flavors from garlic, thyme, and basil. The unique combination of beef and pork, along with a touch of baking soda, creates an incredibly soft texture that falls apart in the best way. Perfect for summer barbecues, festive gatherings, or a hearty weeknight dinner, these no-skin sausages are a crowd-pleaser. They are easy to shape by hand and cook quickly on the grill or under the broiler, offering a deliciously aromatic experience.Ingredients
Directions
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Crush the garlic cloves in the water using a fork to create a coarse paste.
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In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, coarsely ground pork, baking soda, salt, black pepper, thyme, and basil.
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Add the garlic-water mixture and beef stock to the meat mixture.
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Mix thoroughly by hand until all ingredients are evenly distributed and the mixture is sticky.
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Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking.
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Take approximately 1/3 cup of the meat mixture and roll it between your palms into a smooth, elongated sausage shape about 4 inches long.
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Place the formed sausages side by side in a container, ensuring they do not touch if possible.
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Cover the container and refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to meld.
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Preheat a grill, broiler, or oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC).
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Cook the sausages for about 3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 501.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 29.9g46%
- Saturated Fat 9.7g49%
- Cholesterol 174.7mg59%
- Sodium 7457.0mg311%
- Total Carbohydrate 2.2g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 0.1g
- Protein 52.5g105%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Keep a small bowl of water nearby while shaping the sausages. Wetting your hands frequently prevents the meat from sticking and helps create a smooth exterior.
Refrigerating the shaped sausages overnight is highly recommended. It firms up the fat and meat, making them easier to handle and enhancing the flavor profile.
Mititei are traditionally skinless sausages. Ensure they are cooked thoroughly but do not overcook them, as they can become dry.
These sausages are excellent served with mustard, aioli, or as part of a grilled meat platter.
