Romanian Pan-Seared Mititei Skillet
Garlic and thyme-infused beef and pork patties cooked in a skillet. Easy to prepare and rich in protein to pair with your cauliflower casserole.
Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Amanda + Lila
Amanda created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Make a double batch ahead of time and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days for quick weeknight dinners.
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Instructions
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Next: Combine 150g ground beef
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Combine 150g ground beef
In a medium mixing bowl, combine 150g ground beef, 50g ground pork, 2 minced garlic cloves, 0.5 tsp dried thyme, 0.25 tsp baking soda, and 2 tbsp chicken broth until evenly blended.
Look for: evenly blended
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Divide the mixture into 4 small
Divide the mixture into 4 small, oblong sausage-shaped patties using your hands.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a…
Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat (350°F / 175°C).
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Add the patties to the hot pan…
Add the patties to the hot pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, turning carefully, until browned on all sides and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Look for: browned on all sides and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C)
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Remove the skillet from heat and let…
Remove the skillet from heat and let the patties rest for 2 minutes.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Serve warm alongside your baked cauliflower casserole
Serve warm alongside your baked cauliflower casserole.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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