 Mititei on a grill. | |
| Alternative names | Mititei or mici |
|---|---|
| Course | Main course |
| Region or state | Romania |
| Serving temperature | Hot |
| Main ingredients | Lamb, pork, beef, coriander, onion, garlic, black pepper, thyme, sodium bicarbonate |
Mititei (Romanian pronunciation: [mitiˈtej]) or mici (Romanian pronunciation: [mit͡ʃʲ]; both Romanian words meaning "little ones", "small ones") is a traditional dish from Romanian cuisine, consisting of grilled ground meat rolls made from a mixture of beef and lamb and pork, with spices such as garlic, black pepper, thyme, coriander, anise, savory, and sometimes a touch of paprika. Sodium bicarbonate and broth or water are also added to the mixture. It is similar to ćevapi and other ground meat-based dishes throughout the Balkans and the Middle East.
It is often served with mustard, french fries and murături (pickled vegetables).