Mititei

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
A Romanian classic dish- Mititei
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

5 garlic cloves , peeled
1/4 cup water
1 lb ground chuck
2/3 lb coarsely ground pork
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme , whole
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 cup beef stock

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
450
Sugar
1g
Fat
40g
Mititei is a popular Romanian dish made from a mixture of ground beef and pork, seasoned with a variety of spices, including garlic, thyme, and basil. The meat mixture is rolled into small tubes and grilled over an open flame until brown and crispy. This dish is often served as a snack or appetizer, accompanied by mustard, pickles, and bread. In Romania, Mititei is a popular street food that can be found on most corners during festivals and events.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill to medium heat.
2.Mince garlic cloves until fine paste is formed.
3.In a small pot, combine minced garlic and 1/4 cup water, bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat and let cool.
4.In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chuck, coarsely ground pork, baking soda, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, dried basil, and beef stock. Add a cooled garlic and water mixture.
5.Mix together with your hands until ingredients are well combined. Form meat mixture into tubes approximately 1 inch in diameter and 4 inches long.
6.Place meat tubes on heated grill and cook, turning occasionally until brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
7.Serve hot with mustard, bread, and pickles.

PROS

Mititei is a quick and easy dish to prepare and cook on the grill.

It is a delicious and satisfying plate for meat lovers.

CONS

Mititei has a high fat content, making it less than ideal for people on a low-fat diet.

It should also be enjoyed in moderation due to its high cholesterol content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Mititei is not the healthiest meal option, it is a good source of protein.
The beef used in this recipe is a good source of iron, vitamin B12, and zinc. Garlic also has antibacterial and antiviral properties that can help support the immune system.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.