Traditional Greek Souvlaki
Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked streets of Greece with this mouthwatering Traditional Greek Souvlaki recipe. Featuring tender pork loin marinated in a medley of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant oregano, this classic dish perfectly balances savory and zesty flavors. Grilled to perfection, the juicy, charred meat is served wrapped in warm, fluffy pita bread alongside fresh slices of tomato, cucumber, and red onion, all topped with creamy, tangy tzatziki sauce. Ready in just under an hour, this authentic street-food favorite is easy to make and ideal for a casual dinner or a weekend barbecue. Whether you’re hosting or simply indulging, Greek Souvlaki is your ticket to bold Mediterranean flavors you’ll crave again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 600 grams pork loin, cubed
- 60 milliliters olive oil
- 30 milliliters lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 wooden skewers
- 4 pita bread
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 200 grams tzatziki sauce
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
Add the cubed pork loin to the marinade and toss to ensure all pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
While the meat is marinating, soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated pork cubes onto the soaked skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and has a nice char. Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
Warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1-2 minutes per side until soft and pliable.
To serve, place the grilled pork skewers onto the warmed pita bread. Add the sliced tomato, onion, and cucumber. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
Wrap the pita around the ingredients and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious homemade souvlaki!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.8 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.1 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 488 mg | 163% | |
| Sodium | 4316 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.3 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.1 g | ||
| Protein | 197.2 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 3627 mg | 77% | |
*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.
