One of Greece’s most beloved street foods, souvlaki has a long-standing history dating back to ancient times.

Originally, it was simply grilled meat on a skewer, but over the years, it has evolved into a culinary masterpiece enjoyed by people all over the world.What makes

Greek souvlaki truly special is not just its delicious taste, but also the experience of enjoying it. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite from a street vendor or sitting down at a traditional taverna, the atmosphere is always lively and inviting.

It’s a communal meal meant to be shared with friends and family, accompanied by laughter and good conversation.

But what truly sets Greek souvlaki apart is the quality of its ingredients. From the tender meat to the creamy tzatziki sauce made with yogurt, cucumber, and garlic, every component is carefully selected to ensure maximum flavor and freshness.

So, if you’re ready to embark on a culinary journey to Greece, be sure to indulge in the irresistible goodness of souvlaki. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or trying Greek cuisine for the first time, one bite of this iconic dish will leave you craving more

 
Crockery & ingredients I love using—find them all here: My Mediterranean Greek Pantry

 
1kg pork tenderloin
1 medium onion
4 sprigs of rosemary
3 sprigs of thyme
2 cloves of garlic, whole or crushed
1 cup Greek Olive Oil
5 tablespoons white wine vinegar for the Skewers
Coarse salt + pepper + dried oregano

Tomatoes, pita bread and tzatziki sauce to serve

Skewers
 
Place the Skewers into a dish and cover with vinegar. Set aside.
Cut the meat into equal sized pieces (2-3 cm thick). Cutting the meat in this ways helps the meat cook evenly.
Transfer to a deep baking pan and set them aside.

Directions

Chop the onion into 4 pieces. Separate the onion layers and add them to the pan.
Finely chop the herbs (aromatics) and discard the stems. Add them to the pan.
Add the olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, salt, oregano and pepper. Mix with a wooden spoon. Set aside for at least 1 hour.
Then, thread the pieces of meat onto the  skewers. 

Cook over a grill until they cook through and brown nicely. Sprinkle with some more oregano and salt and serve with pita bread,  Tzatziki sauce and a big fresh Greek Salad