Romanian Sausages (Mititei)
Romanian mititei sausages have no casings like Serbian cevapcici and can be eaten as an appetizer or main course.
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- Serves: 6 persons
Ingredients
- 1pound ground chuck
- 1pound ground pork
- 2tablespoons olive oil
- 2tablespoons water
- 3to 9 finely chopped garlic cloves or to taste
- 2teaspoons thyme
- 1teaspoon hot red pepper flakes or to taste
- 1tablespoon hot Hungarian paprika or to taste
- 2teaspoons caraway seeds
- 1tablespoon salt
- 1teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Step 1
Gather the ingredients.Step 2
Place all ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly, wetting your hands frequently to keep the meat moist. Cover the bowl and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.Step 3
Using slightly dampened hands, divide mixture into 18 equal portions and form into oval sausages about 3 inches long and 1 1/2 inches thick.Step 4
Grill, broil or pan-fry 7 minutes per side or bake at 350 F for 15 minutes.Step 5
Serve with tomato and green onion salad, sour cream sprinkled with paprika, baked potato or french fries, or rice.Step 6
Enjoy!