Friday, 22 March 2013

Pork Souvlaki

I really like the yogurt dip with this recipe.  Souvlaki means little skewers in Greek and in Greek cooking refers to skewered meats, typically chicken, pork, lamb, beef or veal.  From Food and Drink Summer 2011

2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
1 tsp chopped garlic
750 g pork tenderloin, cut in 1 inch cubes

Yogurt Sauce
2 cups plain yogurt, drained to yield 1 cup thick yogurt ( I just used 1 cup Greek Yogurt)
1/2 cup grated cucumber, liquid squeezed out
3 tbsp chopped green onion
2 tbsp chopped coriander
1 tsp chopped garlic
 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil


  1. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano and garlic in a bowl.  Add pork and toss to coat.  Season pork with salt and pepper.  Divide pork between 4 skewers or 8 rosemary spears and set aside.
  2. Combine yogurt, grated cucumber, green onion, coriander, garlic, vinegar and olive oil.  Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  3. Preheat grill to high
  4. Place pork skewers on grill and grill all four sides for 2 to 3 minutes a side, 8 to 12 minutes total, or until pork is cooked through with just a tinge of pink in the centre.  Serve with warmed pita breads and yogurt sauce.

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