Souvlaki is Greece’s gift to grilled meat. Pork cubes marinated in lemon, garlic, and oregano. Skewered. Grilled until charred. Wrapped in pita with tzatziki. One bite and you’re on a taverna balcony.
Marinate
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add pork cubes. Toss to coat. Marinate 2-8 hours (overnight is best).
Make Tzatziki
Mix all tzatziki ingredients in a bowl. Refrigerate until serving.
Skewer & Grill
Thread pork onto soaked skewers. Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high.
Grill skewers 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and cooked through.
Warm Pita
Warm pitas on the grill for 30 seconds per side.
Assemble
Spread tzatziki on pita. Add souvlaki (slide off skewer). Top with tomato, onion, and fries if using.
Fold like a taco. Eat immediately. Dripping is part of the experience.
Summary
Prep Time: 15 min + marinate | Cook Time: 10 min | Total: 25 min + marinate
Yield: 4 servings | Difficulty: Easy
Storage Notes
Leftover souvlaki: 3 days in fridge. Reheat in skillet or air fryer. Tzatziki: 5 days. Never assemble ahead — soggy pita is sadness. Keep components separate until eating.
