This quick and easy Pork Souvlaki is a delightfully flavorful dish made with tender pork tenderloin, which absorbs the marinade beautifully. Ready in under an hour, including marinating time, it’s perfect for a quick meal. Just grab some pita and enjoy!
People have been enjoying souvlaki for decades, and for good reason. It’s a simple recipe that’s easy to master. It can be made with either pork or chicken, served with a side of rice and Horiatiki Salad, or tucked into a pita with fresh veggies and tzatziki.
This classic version features tender pork, and it’s a no-fuss straightforward meal. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner but also impressive enough for entertaining guests. When you’re in the mood for Greek flavors, fire up your grill and make this Pork Souvlaki!
Ingredients
- Pork tenderloins – Silver skin trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes.
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Dried oregano
- Garlic – Minced.
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
For the Sauce:
- Tzatziki – Make your own or use store-bought.
- Shallot – Finely diced.
- Dill – Finely chopped.
- Capers – Coarsely chopped.
- Honey
How To Make Pork Souvlaki on a Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill
- In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, then add the pork cubes and toss to coat. Let marinate for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat your Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill to Grill on high. Set the timer for about 20 minutes.
- Thread the marinated pork onto metal skewers or soaked bamboo skewers. When the grill is ready, place the skewers on the grill.
- Grill the pork on high with the lid open, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Remove the pork from the grill and let it rest.
- For the sauce, combine the tzatziki with finely diced shallot, chopped dill, capers, and honey. Mix thoroughly.
- Serve the pork with the sauce and enjoy!
Step-By-Step Process
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- For even more flavor, let the meat marinade up to overnight. It’ll be tender and amazing!
- Whether you make the tzatziki from scratch or use store-bought, enhancing it with shallot, capers, dill, and parsley adds an extra layer of flavor to complement the Pork Souvlaki.
- You can prep most of this meal ahead of time, then just grill before serving.
Make It A Meal
Pair your Pork Souvlaki with a side of tzatziki sauce, a fresh Horiatiki salad, and warm pita bread. This combination creates a delicious and well-rounded meal, perfect for both family dinners and entertaining guests.
Storage
Keep any leftover Pork Souvlaki in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the pork on a baking sheet and warm it in a 350°F oven until heated through. Alternatively, you can freeze the marinated pork before grilling; just thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before cooking.
Pork Souvlaki
Ingredients
- 2 pork tenderloins silver skin trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- salt and freshly ground pepper
for the sauce
- 2 cups tzatziki
- 1 shallot finely diced
- 2 tablespoons dill finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons capers coarsely chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey or to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, then add the pork cubes and toss to coat. Let marinate for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high.
- Thread the marinated pork onto metal skewers or soaked bamboo skewers.
- Grill the pork for about 6 minutes on each side until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Remove the pork from the grill and let it rest.
- For the sauce, combine the tzatziki with finely diced shallot, chopped dill, capers, and honey. Mix thoroughly.
- Serve the pork with the sauce and enjoy!
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- For a smoky flavor, use Woodfire Smoke and grill with the lid closed. Monitor the cooking time carefully to avoid overcooking; the pork is done at 145°F.
- Whether you make the tzatziki from scratch or use store-bought, enhancing it with shallot, capers, dill, and parsley adds an extra layer of flavor to complement the Pork Souvlaki.
- You can marinate the pork overnight and prepare the sauce in advance for an even quicker meal prep.