Souvlaki — Grilled Skewers
Transport yourself to Greece with these juicy, lemon-oregano marinated souvlaki skewers. Perfect for grilling season!
Souvlaki — Grilled Skewers
Transport yourself to Greece with these juicy, lemon-oregano marinated souvlaki skewers. Perfect for grilling season!
The Key Move
Marinate the meat for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate.
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The Setup
- Large Bowl
- Grill
- Skewers
The Mise en Place
5 of 7Your prep station before cooking begins
Skewers are sticking to the grill.
Make sure the grill grates are clean and well-oiled before grilling.
Beef is dry and tough.
Do not overcook the beef. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches the desired internal temperature.
The Method
COMBINE
Prep aheadIn a large bowl, combine the olive oil (½ cups), lemon juice (¼ cups), oregano, garlic (4 cloves), salt (1 tsp), and pepper.
ADD
Prep aheadAdd the beef cubes (900 g) to the marinade and toss to coat evenly.
COVER
Prep aheadCover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
SOAK
Prep aheadIf using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
PREHEAT
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
THREAD
Thread the marinated beef cubes (900 g) onto the skewers.
GRILL
Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef is cooked through and slightly charred.
Slightly charred edges • Aromatic smell of grilled meat and herbs
REST
Let the skewers rest for a few minutes before serving.
SERVE
Serve the souvlaki skewers with warm pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and a Greek salad.
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