Tenderloin Souvlaki Skewers

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Juicy and flavorful pork tenderloin souvlaki skewers cooked to perfection
in Main

Prep

70 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lemon , juice of
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 garlic cloves , crushed
4 lbs pork tenderloin , cut into 1 inch cubes
2 medium yellow onions , cut into 1 inch pieces
2 green bell peppers , cut into 1 inch pieces
skewer

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
350
Sugar
2g
Fat
20g
Tenderloin Souvlaki Skewers is a Greek-inspired dish featuring marinated pork, onions, and green peppers threaded onto skewers and grilled until perfection. These skewers are easy to assemble and cook in no time! Tender pork and crunchy vegetables are coated in a flavorful marinade of lemon juice, olive oil, soy sauce, oregano, and garlic. Serve these tenderloin souvlaki skewers hot with pita bread and tzatziki sauce for a Greek-inspired feast!

Instructions

1.In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, soy sauce, oregano, and crushed garlic.
2.Add cubed pork into the bowl and mix until all the pieces are coated with the marinade.
3.Cover the bowl with cling wrap and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
4.Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
5.Thread marinated pork, onions, and peppers on skewers, alternating between the three.
6.Grill skewers for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally until pork is cooked through.
7.Serve hot with tzatziki sauce and pita bread.

PROS

Tenderloin souvlaki skewers are an easy and delicious main dish, perfect for any occasion.

The marinade adds flavor and tenderness to the pork, making it juicy and flavorful.

Onions and peppers provide a healthy source of vitamins and fiber.

CONS

This dish contains soy sauce which can be high in sodium.

Grilling the skewers could lead to the formation of cancer-causing compounds called heterocyclic amines (HCAs).

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork tenderloin is a great source of lean protein, providing the body with essential amino acids.
Onions and peppers contain vitamin C which supports the immune system and fiber which aids in digestion.
The oregano in the marinade has anti-inflammatory properties and may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

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