Souvlaki

Souvlaki

Souvlaki

Marinated meat skewers grilled over charcoal and served with pita, tzatziki, and a squeeze of lemon.

Cuisines

Greek

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Total: 27 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

500 grams pork tenderloin
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 red onion, cut into wedges
1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
4 wooden skewers, soaked in water

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut the pork tenderloin into bite-sized cubes.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  3. 3 Add the pork cubes to the marinade and mix well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  4. 4 Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  5. 5 Thread the marinated pork cubes onto the soaked skewers, alternating with pieces of red onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper.
  6. 6 Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and the vegetables are slightly charred.
  7. 7 Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Tips

For a more authentic flavor, try using a charcoal grill. Serve with warm pita bread and tzatziki sauce.