Souvlaki And Pita Recipe
One char grilled chicken or pork skewer with one pita and choice of sauce.
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Ingredients
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Souvlaki Ingredients
Pita Ingredients
Sauce Options
Method
Souvlaki Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Meat
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cut the chicken or pork into bite-sized cubes and add to the marinade. Toss well to coat, then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for more flavor).
- 2
Prepare Skewers
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning. After marinating, thread the marinated meat onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
Grilling
- 3
Preheat Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. You can also use a grill pan on the stove if preferred.
- 4
Serving
- 5
Prepare Pita
While the meat is grilling, warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until soft and pliable.
- 6
Assemble the Dish
Remove the skewers from the grill. Serve the skewers with the warm pita bread and your choice of sauce (Tzatziki or hot sauce) on the side.
