
Moldovan-style mititei
Description
If you're tired of the usual cutlets and want to add some variety to your regular menu, try making "Moldovan-style mititei." They are very easy to prepare, and the result is delicious, juicy sausages.
Instructions
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Step 1

Prepare the ingredients.
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Step 2

Season the minced meat with salt and pepper, add soda and starch, mix well.
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Step 3

Finely chop the garlic and add it to the minced meat.
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Step 4

Pour the milk into the minced meat, mix well, beat thoroughly, and place in a bag for about 30 minutes.
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Step 5

Heat a skillet, add vegetable oil, shape patties about 7 cm long and 2.5-3 cm in diameter. Fry on all sides.
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Step 6

Transfer the fried mititei to a sauté pan.
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Step 7

On top, add sliced onion in half-rings, black peppercorns, and bay leaf. Pour boiling water over until it reaches the level of the meatballs. Place in the oven at 180 degrees for 30 minutes.
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Step 8

Remove the meatballs from the oven. Serve them hot.
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Step 9

You can serve mititei individually with a side dish or vegetables. Mititei turn out delicious and juicy—a great family dish suitable for both everyday and festive occasions.