Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4
Transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Athens with Souvlaki, Greece’s beloved street food that’s all about juicy, marinated meat grilled to perfection. 🍢Traditionally made with pork, chicken, or lamb, Souvlaki is served on skewers with warm pita, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors from herbs, olive oil, and a zesty lemon marinade, it’s the perfect dish for summer BBQs, quick lunches, or light, healthy dinners.
Ingredients
🔥 For the Souvlaki:
☑ 1 ½ pounds (700 g) pork, chicken, or lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes 🍗🥩
☑ ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
☑ 3 tablespoons🥄 fresh lemon juice 🍋
☑ 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 dried oregano 🌿
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 ground cumin 🌱
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 smoked paprika 🌶️
☑ Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 🧂
☑ Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes) 🍢
🔥 For Serving:
☑ Warm pita bread 🫓
☑ Sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions 🍅🥒🧅
☑ Tzatziki sauce (Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon) 🥒🥛
☑ Fresh parsley or dill for garnish 🌿
👩🍳 Cooking Steps:
🔥 Step 1: Marinate the Meat
1️⃣ In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2️⃣ Add the meat cubes and toss to coat evenly.
3️⃣ Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight, for maximum flavor.
🍢 Step 2: Prepare the Skewers
1️⃣ Thread the marinated meat onto soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
🔥 Step 3: Grill the Souvlaki
1️⃣ Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2️⃣ Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
3️⃣ Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is charred on the edges and cooked through.
✨Step 4: Warm the Pita
1️⃣ While the meat is grilling, warm the pita bread on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and slightly toasted.
✨ Step 5: Assemble & Serve
1️⃣ Serve the Souvlaki straight off the skewers or wrapped in warm pita.
2️⃣ Add sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and a generous dollop of tzatziki.
3️⃣ Garnish with fresh parsley or dill and an extra squeeze of lemon.
Juicy, zesty, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor—Souvlaki is a Greek street food classic that’s perfect for any occasion, from backyard BBQs to weeknight dinners.
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