Grilled Romanian Mici (AKA Mititei)

0 In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, garlic, salt, baking soda, thyme, paprika and black pepper. Use your hands to thoroughly mix until well-combined and the mixture becomes tacky, around 5 minutes.
1 Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Wet your hands with a bit of water and form small log-shaped kebabs approximately 3.5 inches long and 1 inch thick. Place the mici onto the lined baking sheet as you form them. Cover and refrigerate 6 hours to overnight. They can also be frozen for up to 6 months.
2 Preheat your Traeger Grill to 500F (if using the ModiFire Sear Grate, preheat to 475F). If using a conventional gas or charcoal grill, preheat it to a medium direct heat.
3 Place the mici onto the grill and cook, turning often to prevent burning, until browned on all sides and the cooked through, around 12 minutes total.
4 Transfer the mici to a serving platter and serve with mustard for dipping.