Grilled Pork Souvlaki
Fire up the grill and transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of Greece with this Grilled Pork Souvlaki recipe. Succulent cubes of marinated pork shoulder, infused with the zesty flavors of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and a medley of fragrant Mediterranean spices like oregano and cumin, are skewered alongside vibrant bell peppers and red onion. Perfectly charred over medium-high heat, these savory skewers are quick to cook and burst with smoky flavor. Serve them with warm, pillowy pita bread and a dollop of creamy tzatziki sauce for a satisfying meal that’s both hearty and refreshing. Whether enjoyed at your next BBQ or a weeknight dinner, this dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser. Pair it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and a flavor-packed finishing touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Pork shoulder (boneless)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 tbsp Lemon juice
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 Red onion (cut into wedges)
- 2 Bell peppers (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 8 Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
- 4 pcs Pita bread
- 1 cup Tzatziki sauce
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the pork shoulder into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground coriander, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the pork cubes to the marinade. Mix well to ensure the pork is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
While the pork marinates, prepare the vegetables by cutting the onion into wedges and the bell peppers into 1-inch pieces.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
Thread the marinated pork cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating with pieces of onion and bell pepper.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning frequently to ensure even cooking and grill marks on all sides. The internal temperature of the pork should reach 145°F.
Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
Serve the pork souvlaki with warm pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.6 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.4 g | 217% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 334 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 4349 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.1 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 121.7 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 370 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 2676 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
