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Souvlaki     by Jon

Dish Type: Main     Cuisine: Greek     Ready In: 3 hours, 40 mins     Serves: 6

Prep Time: 25 mins     Cook Time: 15 mins    

Classic Greek shish kebab

Souvlaki

Ingredients

  • 1kg pork shoulder
  • 1tsp ground greek oregano (rigani) (marjoram is an acceptable substitute)
  • ½tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tbsp red wine
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • 2 cloves crushed garlic

Equipment

  • Bamboo skewers, soaked for 20mins (or metal skewers)
  • chopping board
  • Knife
  • Large bowl
  • Lid for bowl or cling-film
  • Fridge space

Preparation

  1. Cut any fat, gristle or bone off the pork and then chop into cubes approx 3cm in each dimension
  2. Mix all the other ingredients together in a large bowl and stir thoroughly
  3. Place the pork into the mixture in the bowl and ensure well covered
  4. Place lid or cling-film on bowl and fridge for at least 3 hours (or up to 2 days)
  5. If using bamboo skewers, soak in cold water for approx 20mins
  6. Remove each pork cube from the bowl and push onto the kebab skewers, approx 5-7 pieces per skewer
  7. Cook on BBQ or grill for approx 15mins, turning frequently, until the meat has gone partially golden-brown

  • Souvlaki: Marinade
  • Souvlaki: raw pork pieces
  • Souvlaki: pork marinading

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