How To Make Pork Souvlaki
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 pita breads, warmed
- Tzatziki sauce, for serving
- Sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions, for serving
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
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Add the pork cubes to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Allow the pork to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
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Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated pork onto skewers.
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Grill the skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and slightly charred.
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Remove the pork souvlaki from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
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Serve the pork souvlaki on warm pita breads with tzatziki sauce, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions.
Nutrition
- Calories : 320kcal
- Total Fat : 12g
- Saturated Fat : 2g
- Cholesterol : 104mg
- Sodium : 450mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 20g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 2g
- Protein : 32g
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