Souvlaki
Souvlaki is a popular Greek dish made of skewered and grilled meats, typically pork, chicken or lamb, served with vegetables and a yogurt-based sauce.
Ingredients:
1 lb boneless chicken or pork, cut into cubes
1/4 cup olive oil 2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
8 skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for at least 30 minutes before using)
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Add the chicken or pork to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- Thread the meat onto skewers.
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
- Serve with tzatziki sauce or in pita bread with vegetables.
Tips for preparation of Souvlaki
Ingredients:
1 lb boneless chicken or pork, cut into cubes
1/4 cup olive oil 2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
8 skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for at least 30 minutes before using)
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Add the chicken or pork to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- Thread the meat onto skewers.
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
- Serve with tzatziki sauce or in pita bread with vegetables.
Souvlaki serving size
Typically, one souvlaki skewer can be considered a single serving. However, it can also be served as part of a larger meal with multiple skewers or accompanied by sides such as Greek salad, tzatziki sauce or pita bread.
Souvlaki nutrition value
It is difficult to provide the exact nutrition value of Souvlaki without knowing the specific recipe and the ingredients used. However, the nutrition value will depend on the type of meat used, and the amount of olive oil and other ingredients. In general, Souvlaki is a good source of protein and can be relatively low in calories if made with lean meats and minimal added fats.