Greek Souvlaki with Tzatziki and Pita
Tender, marinated pork skewers are perfectly paired with refreshing tzatziki sauce and warm pita bread, bringing traditional Greek flavors to your table.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Pork
- 1
Combine Marinade
In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Coat the Pork
Add pork cubes to the bowl and mix until well coated.
- 3
Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.
Preparing the Tzatziki Sauce
- 1
Prep the Cucumber
Grate the cucumber onto a kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped dill, and chopped mint.
- 3
Season and Chill
Season with salt and refrigerate until serving.
How to Make Greek Souvlaki with Tzatziki and Pita
Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Grilling the Souvlaki
Thread the pork onto skewers and grill over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Warming the Pita
Lightly brush pita with olive oil and heat on grill for 1-2 minutes per side.
- 3
Resting the Pork
Allow the grilled skewers to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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