Mititei Small Ground Beef Sausages

Get ready to savor the smoky, bold flavors of *Mititei Small Ground Beef Sausages*, a traditional Romanian favorite that’s perfect for grilling season. Crafted from a robust blend of ground beef, pork, and lamb, these seasoned sausage-like rolls are infused with aromatic garlic, cumin, paprika, and a touch of thyme and coriander for an irresistible depth of flavor. The secret to their signature juiciness lies in a splash of beef or bone broth and a tenderizing pinch of baking soda. After marinating the mixture to let the spices bloom, the mititei are shaped into small rolls and grilled to perfection, delivering a tender, charred exterior with a succulent inside. Ready in minutes, mititei are best served hot alongside mustard, crusty bread, and tangy pickles for an authentic taste of Romania. Perfect for barbecue gatherings or weeknight grilling, this easy recipe will transport your taste buds straight to Eastern Europe!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 250 grams Ground pork
• 250 grams Ground lamb
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 120 ml Beef or bone broth
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Thyme, dried
• 0.5 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for grilling and shaping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, pork, and lamb. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the meats.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, baking soda, salt, pepper, sweet paprika, cumin powder, thyme, and coriander powder to the meat mixture. Mix well using your hands or a sturdy spatula.

Step 3

Slowly pour the beef or bone broth into the meat mixture, a few tablespoons at a time, while mixing. This will make the mixture smooth and slightly sticky.

Step 4

Once the mixture is evenly combined, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to 24 hours) to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5

After marinating, remove the meat mixture from the refrigerator. Lightly oil your hands with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Shape the meat mixture into small sausage-like rolls, about 3-4 inches long and 1 inch thick. Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 7

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent the sausages from sticking.

Step 8

Grill the mititei sausages for 4-5 minutes on each side, turning occasionally, until they are browned on the outside and juicy on the inside. Make sure not to overcook them.

Step 9

Remove the mititei from the grill and let them rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot with mustard, bread, and a side of pickles for an authentic Romanian experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1183.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3023.2

Total Fat 232.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 815.2mg	0%
Sodium 6416.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 8.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.3g
Protein 215.2g	0%

Vitamin D 41.0IU	0%
Calcium 272.9mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 2024.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.1%

Protein: 28.8%

Carbs: 1.1%