How do I marinate greek souvlaki meat?

Take your taste buds on a Mediterranean adventure with our marinating secrets for juicy and flavorful Greek Souvlaki meat.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I marinate Greek Souvlaki meat. Items include: Olive oil Lemon juice Garlic cloves Dried oregano Dried thyme Salt Black pepper Cubed chicken, pork, or lamb

Olive oil 1/4 cup
Lemon juice 2 tablespoons
Garlic cloves 2, minced
Dried oregano 1 teaspoon
Dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon
Salt a pinch
Black pepper a dash
Cubed chicken, pork, or lamb 1 pound

Take note
Please be cautious of sharp knives and ensure raw meat is handled safely.

1

Mixing the Marinade

In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme, a pinch of salt, and a dash of black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are nicely blended.

2

Preparing the Meat

Take 1 pound of cubed chicken, pork, or lamb (your choice!), and add it to a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the meat in the bag, ensuring that every piece is coated. Seal the bag and give it a gentle shake to make sure the marinade reaches all the nooks and crannies of the meat.

3

Marinating Time

Place the sealed bag of marinated meat in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, but preferably overnight. The longer the marination time, the more flavorful and tender your meat will be.

4

Grilling Time

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated meat onto the skewers, leaving some space between each piece. Grill the souvlaki skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred.

5

Serve and Enjoy

Remove the grilled souvlaki skewers from the heat and let them rest for a couple of minutes. Serve your juicy and flavorful Greek Souvlaki with warm pita bread, tzatziki sauce, sliced onions, fresh tomatoes, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Now, take a bite and let the Greek flavors transport you to the sunny shores of the Mediterranean!