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Greek Souvlaki

Cultural Context

Originating from ancient Greece, Souvlaki is a beloved street food that showcases the country's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally made with skewered and grilled meat, it's often served with pita and fresh toppings, embodying the essence of Greek hospitality. Today, Souvlaki has gained popularity worldwide, with various adaptations reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

GreekGRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500 g pork meat
200 ml water
1 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar or honey
olive oil
dried oregano
lemon
tzatziki sauce
pita bread

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more economical.

tzatziki sauce

🥗Healthier: yogurt with herbs

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Sour cream is a budget-friendly alternative.

1

Cut pork meat into cubes and thread onto skewers.

2

Add pepper cubes between the meat if desired.

3

Make the marinade with 200 ml of water, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp sugar or honey, mixing until dissolved.

4

Pour the marinade over the meat and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.

5

Wipe the meat with kitchen paper and season with pepper and olive oil.

6

Heat a pan and add the souvlaki, covering with a lid and cooking for 2 minutes at medium to high temperature.

7

Turn the souvlaki and cook for another 2-3 minutes on each side without a lid.

8

Sprinkle with dried oregano and lemon before serving with tzatziki sauce and pita bread.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

panskewerskitchen papertray

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

SouvlakiKebab

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