Mititei, Spicy Garlicky Grilled Sausages

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon coarse salt
• 1/4 cup sparkling water
• 1/2 tablespoon dried ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• One third each pork, lamb and beef for a total of 3-31/2 lbs meat or only half beef and half pork
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 6-8 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon baking soda