Greek Grilled Meat Skewers (Souvlakia)

[Updated 18/03/2025]

Souvlakia: Culinary Delight in Small Pieces!

A staple of Greek street food, souvlakia are juicy, marinated meat skewers grilled to perfection. Easy to make at home, they bring the authentic taste of Greece to your table.

Ingredients

• 2 pork tenderloins (or 700 g shoulder or neck)
• 1 tablespoon mustard (with seeds)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 tsp oregano
• Olive oil
• Zucchini, eggplants
• Salt & olive oil

Instructions

1. Cut the meat into small cubes.
2. Add salt, pepper, oregano, mustard, and a splash of olive oil.
3. Mix well and let the meat rest in the fridge for 1 hour.
4. Thread the marinated meat onto skewers.
5. Grill on the BBQ until cooked through.
6. For the vegetables: slice zucchini and eggplant, sprinkle with salt, drizzle with olive oil, and grill alongside the souvlakia.
7. Serve the souvlakia with the grilled vegetables – a perfect combo that’ll leave you craving more!

Serving Tips & Variations

• Souvlakia pairs wonderfully with pita and tzatziki.
• For extra flavor, you can marinate the meat overnight.
• For variety, use chicken or lamb instead.