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!
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
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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.
Chef's Notes
Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 mins to prevent burning on the grill.
Don't overcrowd the skewers; leave a small space between pieces for even cooking.
Marinate the meat up to 24 hours in advance for deeper flavor.
Serve with warm pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and a fresh Greek salad.
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.
Marinade ingredients are combined in a bowl.
ADD
Prep aheadAdd the beef cubes (900 g) to the marinade and toss to coat evenly.
Beef cubes are coated in the marinade.
COVER
Prep aheadCover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
Beef is marinating in the refrigerator.
SOAK
Prep aheadIf using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
Wooden skewers are soaking in water.
PREHEAT
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Grill is preheated to medium-high heat.
THREAD
Thread the marinated beef cubes (900 g) onto the skewers.
Beef cubes are threaded onto skewers.
GRILL
Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef is cooked through and slightly charred.
Beef is cooked through and slightly charred.
REST
Let the skewers rest for a few minutes before serving.
Skewers have rested.
SERVE
Serve the souvlaki skewers with warm pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and a Greek salad.
Souvlaki is served.
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