Description
Juicy, smoky, and full of fresh Mediterranean flavor, Greek Souvlaki is the ultimate street food — and so easy to make at home. These tender little skewers are marinated with classic Greek herbs and grilled to perfection, served with warm pita and tzatziki just like in a Greek taverna.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 pounds chicken thighs, chicken shoulder, or lamb shoulder
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano (Greek oregano if possible)
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Metal or wooden skewers (if wooden, soak in water)
Instructions
- Cut meat into bite-sized chunks.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme or rosemary (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Add meat to the marinade and toss to coat well.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
- Thread marinated meat onto skewers.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill skewers, turning every few minutes and basting with leftover marinade, for about 8–12 minutes or until meat is cooked through and nicely charred.
- Serve hot with warm pita, sliced tomatoes, onions, and a generous spoonful of tzatziki.
Notes
Use cuts with some fat for juicy souvlaki. Grill over medium-high heat for the best char. Serve with fries or a fresh Greek salad for a full meal. No grill? Use a stovetop grill pan or bake in the oven at 400°F for 15–20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg