Greek Souvlaki Skewers

Name: Greek Souvlaki Skewers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 38 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1000 g boneless, skinless pork shoulder; 60 ml olive oil; 30 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 12 pieces wooden skewers (soaked if wooden)

Difficulty

easy

Time

38m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Souvlaki, an iconic dish of Greek cuisine, consists of delicious grilled meat skewers that are perfect for a light lunch or a cozy dinner. This recipe presents the traditional pork version, made irresistible by a lemon-oregano marinade. Prepare this authentic Greek dish at home and bring the Mediterranean flavors to your table!

ingredients

4 Servings

1000 g boneless, skinless pork shoulder60 ml olive oil30 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice4 cloves garlic, minced2 tsp dried oregano1 tsp salt0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper12 pieces wooden skewers (soaked if wooden)

Steps

Prepare and Marinate Meat

Cut the pork shoulder into approximately 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the pork cubes and toss thoroughly to coat all pieces with the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours, or ideally overnight.

Skewer the Meat

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill. Thread the marinated pork cubes onto the skewers, about 4-5 pieces per skewer, leaving a small space between them for even cooking.

Grill the Souvlaki

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the hot grill grates and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until all sides are nicely golden brown and the meat is cooked through (internal temperature 145°F/63°C). Expect a total grilling time of approximately 15-20 minutes.

Serve

Remove the cooked souvlaki from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with fresh lemon wedges, tzatziki, and pita bread.

Extra Tips

► For best results, let the meat marinate for at least 2-4 hours, or even overnight in the refrigerator.

► Serve with pita bread, tzatziki, fresh tomatoes, and red onion for the complete Greek experience.

► If using a charcoal grill, the smoky flavor will make the souvlaki even more authentic.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 250g
Calories	280 kcal	700 kcal
Protein	25g	62.5g
Fat	18g	45g
Carbohydrate	1g	2.5g
Fiber	0g	0g
Sugar	0g	0g