Souvlaki
Souvlaki is a traditional Greek food. It is a popular street food in Greece and is enjoyed by many people around the world. The dish consists of small pieces of meat, typically pork or chicken, that are skewered and grilled. It is typically served with a variety of toppings, such as onions, tomatoes, and tzatziki sauce, and is often accompanied by a type of grilled bread called pita.
Equipment
- 1 salad bowl
- 1 grill pot
Ingredients
- 800 g boneless skinless chicken breasts, or pork meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vineger
- 2 cloves garlic, mincent
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tbsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tbsp sea salt
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 4-6 pita bread
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, sea salt, and lemon juice.
- Add the chicken cubes (or pork meat cubes) and stir to combine. Cover the bowl and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the chicken (pork) cubes onto skewers and grill for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken (pork meat) is cooked through.
- Serve the chicken souvlaki in pita bread, with tzatziki sauce, diced tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and lettuce, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Souvlaki is a traditional Greek food. It is a popular street food in Greece and is enjoyed by many people around the world. The dish consists of small pieces of meat, typically pork or chicken, that are skewered and grilled. It is typically served with a variety of toppings, such as onions, tomatoes, and tzatziki sauce, and is often accompanied by a type of grilled bread called pita.
The exact history of souvlaki is not well-known, but it is believed to have originated in ancient Greece. The name "souvlaki" comes from the Greek word "souvla," which refers to the skewers that the meat is cooked on. In ancient times, the meat used for souvlaki was typically lamb or goat, and it was often cooked over an open fire. Over time, the dish evolved to include other types of meat, such as pork and chicken, and it became a popular street food in Greece. Today, souvlaki is enjoyed by many people around the world and is considered a traditional Greek food.