Mititei (Small Ground Beef Sausages)

1. 1

   Combine beef, oil, garlic, baking soda, thyme, red pepper, paprika, caraway seeds, and 2 tablespoons water in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Season with salt and pepper and knead for 5 minutes, wetting your hands frequently to help keep mixture moist.

3. 3

   Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least 5 hours.

4. 4

   With wet hands, roll meat, 1 tablespoons at a time, into small balls, then shape balls into sausages about 3'' long and 1'' thick. Heat a grill pan over medium heat.

5. 5

   Cook sausages in batches, turning frequently, until well browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Serve as an hors d'oeuvre or with potatoes as an entree.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.