Pork Souvlaki Skewers with Tzatziki
Ingredients
- For the Pork Souvlaki
- 1½ lbs pork shoulder or pork loin, cut into 1½-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 1½ cups Greek yogurt (full-fat preferred)
- 1 medium cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill or mint, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Make the marinade: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Marinate pork: Toss pork cubes in marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 8 hours).
- Prepare tzatziki: Combine yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and herbs. Chill until ready.
- Skewer pork: Thread marinated pork onto skewers evenly.
- Preheat grill: Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high.
- Cook skewers: Grill for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and cooked through.
- Rest: Let skewers rest for a few minutes before serving.