Ingredients for Authentic Pork Souvlaki
- 8 wooden skewers
- 1.5 lbs boneless pork shoulder, cubed
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Fresh Oregano
- Fresh Thyme
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (plus more to taste)
- Pita bread (for serving)
- Iceberg Lettuce
- 5 cups chopped green leaf lettuce
- White Onion
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Water (for soaking)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
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How to Make Authentic Pork Souvlaki
- Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for at least 1 hour.
- In a large bowl, combine 1.5 lbs of cubed pork (or chicken), 1/4 cup lemon juice, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, for maximum flavor.
- Thread 5-6 pieces of marinated meat onto each skewer.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat. Grill the skewers for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally and brushing frequently with the remaining marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Serve the souvlaki immediately in warm pita bread.
- Prepare the shredded salad: In a separate bowl, gently toss 5 cups of chopped green leaf lettuce, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1 cup chopped tomatoes, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Add the shredded salad to your pita alongside the souvlaki. Kali Orexi!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
13 g
Sugar
13g
Fat
53g
Carbs
10g
