Grilled Greece on Rustic Wooden Skewers Souvlaki That Feels Like a Vacation in Every Bite
Homemade souvlaki made from tender pork on rustic wooden skewers – this is what a Greece vacation tastes like! When I smell the smoky scent of the grill, mingled with spicy meat and Mediterranean herbs, I know: souvlaki is back! • DIRECT TO THE RECIPE • RECIPE PRINT-OUT • The Greek meat skewers with a fresh marinade impress with juiciness and intense flavors – whether on the grill or in the pan. They transport me flavor-wise to vacation every time.
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The Souvlaki Moment The Smell of Smoke and Mediterranean Herbs
When I smell the smoky scent of the grill, mingled with spicy meat and Mediterranean herbs, I know: there will be souvlaki again! The Greek meat skewers with a fresh marinade impress with juiciness and intense flavors – whether from the grill or from the pan. They transport me flavor-wise to vacation every time.
Choosing the Right Meat and What Souvlaki Means
For Greek souvlaki I prefer organic pork tenderloin, also called pork loin. I buy the meat in one piece and cut it at home into uniform pieces. The quality makes the difference: in flavor and tenderness! The meat then goes onto wooden skewers – which explains the name, because souvlaki means “little skewer” in German. Beforehand I marinate it with:
Souvlaki in Summer: A Crowd-Pleaser with Simple Complements
Souvlaki is always a big hit in the summer – especially at grill parties. But stuffed with feta cheese-filled bifteki are also a real eye-catcher! I like to serve it with a simple tomato rice and the delicious Greek cabbage salad. Vegetables like my grilled zucchini also pair perfectly as a side.
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Reader Replies and Appreciations (Part 1)
Merci Sharam. I am very glad if you liked my recipe idea. Best regards Tausend Dank for your compliment on the recipe, Steffi So I love it Bernd. Best regards Good luck and best regards Merci Sabine & continue to enjoy my recipe That makes me very happy, Lilli. Have plenty of joy while cooking! Best regards, Emmi Thank you, Thomas. Best regards, Emmi Dear Marcel, thank you for your feedback. If you think so, just leave it in longer, it's no problem. Best regards, Emmi Dear Astrid, I’m very glad, many thanks for your lovely praise. Best regards, Emmi Wonderful Biki. A thousand thanks for your feedback here. Best regards, Emmi Thank you for your feedback on the Souvlaki recipe. Best regards, Emmi With pleasure Birgit Many thanks for your especially kind praise, dear Heike. Best regards, Emmi Nothing against it Lars. Enjoy it and many best regards Oh thank you for your kind feedback on the Souvlaki Ronald. Many warm regards! Thanks Ute. I will announce it across all my channels when the time comes. Best regards, Emmi Thanks for your experiences and suggestions. Best regards, Emmi Heartfelt thanks Angela. Best regards, Emmi
Reader Replies and Appreciations (Part 2)
Thank you for your feedback on the Souvlaki recipe. Best regards, Emmi - You’re welcome Birgit Thanks for your very special praise, dear Heike. Best regards, Emmi That sounds great Lars. Enjoy it and many best regards Oh, thank you for your lovely feedback on the Souvlaki Ronald. Warm regards! Thanks Ute. I will share across all channels when it’s ready. Best regards, Emmi Thanks for your experiences and suggestions. Best regards, Emmi Thank you, Angela. Best regards, Emmi
