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Romanian mici grilled meat rolls served with mustard, pickles, fries, and parsley.

Romanian Mici (Mititei) Grilled Meat Rolls

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Juicy Romanian grilled meat rolls seasoned with garlic, coriander, thyme, and paprika.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Romanian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

Mici
  • 1 lb ground beef 80 percent lean
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1/2 lb ground lamb
  • 5 cloves garlic finely grated
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp black pepper ground
  • 1/2 cup beef broth cold
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil for the grill
  • 1/2 cup yellow mustard for serving

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Grill
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Tongs

Method
 

Mix and chill:
  1. Combine the beef, pork, lamb, garlic, baking soda, spices, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and broth in a bowl.
  2. Knead with wet hands for 5 minutes until sticky and well blended. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.
Shape and grill:
  1. With wet hands, shape the mixture into short cylinders about 4 inches long and 1 inch thick.
  2. Heat a grill to medium-high and oil the grates. Grill the mici for 10 to 15 minutes, turning often, until browned and the center reaches 160°F.
Serve:
  1. Rest for 5 minutes, then serve with mustard, bread, and pickles.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 34gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 740mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • Chilling improves both flavor and shape.
  • Do not press the mici flat on the grill.
  • Cook to 160°F/71°C in the center for food safety.