Pork Souvlaki with Pita and Tzatziki

Name: Pork Souvlaki with Pita and Tzatziki
Prep time: 150 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 170 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 small red onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons dried Greek oregano; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 1/2 pounds pork loin, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 cups Greek yogurt; 1 English cucumber, peeled and grated; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 4 pita breads, warmed

Recipe GLPR90e262d587c54d

Greek

Main Course

170 min

883 cal

Servings: 4

Grill

SNAP eligible

Tender, marinated pork cubes grilled on skewers and served with warm pita bread and cooling cucumber-yogurt tzatziki sauce. This Mediterranean favorite combines juicy grilled pork with herbaceous marinade and refreshing yogurt dip.

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Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil

1 small red onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

2 teaspoons dried Greek oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

1 1/2 pounds pork loin, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes

2 cups Greek yogurt

1 English cucumber, peeled and grated

4 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

4 pita breads, warmed

Directions

In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup olive oil, chopped red onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 4 tablespoons lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended to create the pork marinade.
Add the 1-inch pork cubes to the marinade, stirring gently to coat all pieces evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to overnight) for best flavor.
While the pork marinates, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt with the grated cucumber, pressing gently to release excess moisture. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and chill until serving.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
Remove the marinated pork from the refrigerator. Thread the pork cubes onto skewers, leaving about 1/4 inch between pieces to allow even cooking. Discard the remaining marinade.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and is browned on all sides.
During the last 2 minutes of cooking, warm the pita breads on the grill until lightly charred and pliable, about 30 seconds per side.
Remove the skewers and pita from the grill. Slide the pork off the skewers onto a cutting board and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve the grilled pork with warm pita and tzatziki sauce on the side.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4

Greek oregano is the sticking point—you'll need to stop at Harris Teeter or Kroger for it, since ALDI and Food Lion carry only the common dried type. The rest (pork loin, Greek yogurt, cucumber, pita) are standard at every Charlotte chain and cost roughly $12–14 for four servings, pushing toward the middle of weeknight budgets. The stated 170 minutes is honest for marinating time if you count it, but active prep is closer to 20 minutes, so this suits advance planning better than last-minute dinners. It holds well cold or reheated, which makes leftovers practical for lunch boxes.