Mici (Romanian Grilled Sausages)

🛒 Ingredients

• Ground Beef (80% lean) 100 g · 250 kcal
• Ground Pork (medium fat) 100 g · 260 kcal
• Garlic cloves 10 g · 15 kcal
• Beef broth 50 g · 5 kcal
• Baking soda 2 g · 0 kcal
• Dried savory 1 g · 3 kcal
• Dried thyme 1 g · 3 kcal
• Black pepper 1 g · 4 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, minced garlic, dried savory, dried thyme, black pepper, and baking soda.
2. Gradually add beef broth while kneading the mixture thoroughly by hand for at least 10-15 minutes until it becomes sticky and well-emulsified. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 12-24 hours to allow flavors to meld.
3. Before cooking, wet your hands and shape the meat mixture into small, skinless sausage links, about 7-8 cm long and 2-3 cm thick.
4. Preheat a grill or a grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
5. Grill the mici for 8-12 minutes, turning them frequently to ensure even cooking and a nice char on all sides, until they are cooked through and browned.
6. Serve the hot mici immediately with your favorite mustard on the side.