Best 4 Souvlaki Marinade Chicken Beef Pork Andor Lamb Recipes

**Souvlaki marinade:** A versatile marinade for chicken, beef, pork and lamb

Souvlaki is a popular Greek dish consisting of marinated meat grilled on skewers. The marinade is what gives souvlaki its characteristic flavor, and there are many different variations on the recipe. This article provides detailed instructions for making four different souvlaki marinades:

* **Classic Greek Souvlaki Marinade:** This marinade is made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. It's perfect for chicken, pork, and lamb.
* **Mediterranean Souvlaki Marinade:** This marinade features a blend of olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, basil, and thyme. It's a great choice for beef, lamb, and pork.
* **Spicy Souvlaki Marinade:** If you like your souvlaki with a kick, this marinade is for you. It's made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, chili powder, and cumin. It's perfect for chicken, beef, and lamb.
* **Herb Souvlaki Marinade:** This marinade is packed with fresh herbs, including parsley, cilantro, mint, and oregano. It's a great choice for chicken, fish, and vegetables.

Each of these marinades is easy to make and can be used to create delicious souvlaki skewers. Simply marinate your chosen protein for at least 30 minutes, then grill until cooked through. Serve with your favorite sides, such as tzatziki sauce, pita bread, and Greek salad.

Let's cook with our recipes!

LAMB SOUVLAKI

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Tender pieces of lamb, marinated in a Greek lemon vinaigrette, threaded on skewers and char-grilled to perfection. I like to serve these with rosemary garlic roasted potatoes, a Greek salad, and pita bread.

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek

Time 3h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

⅓ cup olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed of all fat and cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a medium bowl. Add cubed lamb and stir until all of the lamb is coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate 3 hours, or overnight.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Thread marinated lamb onto skewers, reserving any remaining marinade. Grill skewers until desired doneness, 10 to 12 minutes, basting with the reserved marinade and turning occasionally for even cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 65.3 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 343.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CHICKEN AND PORK SOUVLAKI

Chicken and Pork Souvlaki image

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely grated
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 red onions, each sliced into 3 thick slices
2 lemons, sliced in half
Olive oil, for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Chopped romaine lettuce, pita and tzatziki, for serving

Steps:

For the chicken and pork: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, oregano, salt, Aleppo pepper, black pepper and garlic.
Place the chicken and pork into 2 separate mixing bowls. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken and the other half over the pork. Marinate, refrigerated, at least 1 hour and up to overnight.
Set up your grill for indirect heat. If using a charcoal grill, build the coals on one side only. If using a gas grill, heat one side only.
Remove the chicken and pork from the marinade, allowing excess to drain off. Keeping the chicken and pork on separate skewers, thread 4 pieces of meat onto each skewer towards the top and covering the tip of the skewer.
Place the skewers on the direct-heat side of the grill to char on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. Then move to the indirect-heat side of the grill, cover with the lid and cook until the chicken and pork are cooked through, about 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 160 degrees F and the pork reaches 145 degrees F. Stack the skewers on a platter.
For the onions and lemons: Drizzle the onions and lemons with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on the direct-heat side of the grill. Cook the lemons until charred, about 3 minutes. Cook the onions until tender, about 3 minutes per side.
Add the onions and lemons to the platter with the souvlaki. Serve with romaine, pita and tzatziki.

SOUVLAKI MARINADE (CHICKEN, BEEF, PORK AND/OR LAMB)

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MARINATES FOR 24 HOURS (or a long as time allows!) Simply throw the ingredients into a plastic zipper bag with the meat of choice and refrigerate until ready to grill!

Provided by YiayiaMouse

Categories Low Protein

Time 12h10m

Yield 2-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 lemons, quartered
2 lemons, juice of
1 cup white wine
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
pepper, to taste
2 bay leaves
2 garlic cloves, crushed

Steps:

Put all ingredients into the zipper bag.
Add meat of choice.
Refrigerate for up to 24 hours, turning occasionally to coat meat evenly.
Reserve marinade to brush on meat while grilling.

CHICKEN SOUVLAKI MARINADE

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I'm not sure where I found this recipe, but it has become one of our family favorites. It is so quick and easy to put together and does not require marinating time. This is excellent for summer meals because it's so light. Also great sliced over salad greens for a complete meal.

Provided by Paula

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 teaspoons minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb chicken breast

Steps:

Place all ingredients together in a zip-top plastic bag and shake.
Grill over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.2, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 362.5, Carbohydrate 0.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 23.8

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your souvlaki.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different marinades. There are many different ways to make a delicious souvlaki marinade, so feel free to try different combinations of herbs, spices, and liquids.
Marinate your meat for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This will allow the flavors of the marinade to penetrate the meat and make it more tender.
Cook your souvlaki over a hot grill or in a hot skillet. This will help to create a nice char on the outside of the meat while keeping the inside juicy.
Serve your souvlaki with your favorite sides. Some popular sides include tzatziki sauce, pita bread, grilled vegetables, and rice.

Conclusion:

Souvlaki is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover meat, and it is also a perfect meal for a party or picnic. With so many different ways to make it, there is sure to be a souvlaki recipe that everyone will love.