Romanian Grilled Minced Meat Sausages
These juicy, garlicky grilled sausages are a Romanian classic, perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight dinner. Made with simple ingredients, they're full of flavor and pair wonderfully with mustard and crusty bread.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 25g
Ingredients
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Step 1
In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 0.5 lb ground pork, 4 minced garlic cloves, 0.5 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp salt. Mix well with your hands.
Step 2
Gradually add 0.25 cup water while kneading the meat mixture for 5 minutes, until it becomes sticky and well combined. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 3
Shape the chilled meat mixture into 8 sausage-shaped logs, about 3 inches long and 1 inch thick. Press firmly to keep them together.
Step 4
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the sausages with 1 tbsp vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Step 5
Grill the sausages for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through (no pink inside). Serve hot with mustard and bread.
Step 6
If you have them, add 1 tsp thyme or 0.5 tsp caraway seeds to the meat mixture for extra flavor.
Tools you’ll need
- Grill or grill pan
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Tongs
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