Souvlaki is a popular Greek dish consisting of small pieces of meat and sometimes vegetables grilled on a skewer. This recipe provides a flavorful and simple way to enjoy this traditional dish at home.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
15min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 1 bell pepper
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 3 garlic cloves
- 45 ml lemon juice
- 60 ml olive oil
- 2 tsp oregano
- 500 g pork tenderloin
- 1 red onion
- 1 tsp salt
- 6 wooden skewers
Directions
Step 1
Cut the pork tenderloin into 2.5 cm cubes and set aside.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Add the pork cubes to the marinade and mix well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Step 4
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Step 5
Thread the marinated pork, red onion wedges, and bell pepper chunks onto the soaked wooden skewers.
Step 6
Grill the skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Step 7
Serve immediately with pita bread and tzatziki sauce, if desired.