Souvlaki

Ingredients

• 300 g pork shoulder - cut into 2 cm cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil - for marinating
• 2 tbsp lemon juice - freshly squeezed
• 1 tsp dried oregano - Greek oregano is preferred
• 2 cloves garlic - minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 pita breads - for serving
• 100 g tzatziki sauce - for serving
• 50 g tomato - sliced, for garnish
• 50 g cucumber - sliced, for garnish
• 50 g red onion - sliced, for garnish

Step-by-step instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
2. Add the pork cubes to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 15 minutes to prevent burning.
4. Thread the marinated pork onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
5. Grill the skewers for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
6. Serve the souvlaki hot with pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and garnished with sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion.

Serving suggestion

Traditionally served wrapped in pita bread with tzatziki and fresh vegetables, souvlaki can be enjoyed with a side of Greek salad or a glass of ouzo.

Nutrition per serving (estimated)

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