SOUVLAKI -- SMALL SKEWERS OF PORK

Souvlaki -- Small Skewers of Pork image

Provided by Cat Cora

Time 4h32m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, 1 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 pitas
Shredded Salad, recipe below
3 cups shredded green leaf lettuce
1 small white onion, thinly sliced into half moons
3 large round tomatoes, medium dice
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

Soak skewers in water for at least 1 hour. In a bowl, toss together pork, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, thyme, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight. On the 8-inch skewers place 5 pieces of meat. Lay on a hot grill and grill slowly (no flame) continuing to brush on marinade, until meat is done. Serve immediately in a pita, topped with Shredded Salad.
Toss all the ingredients in a large bowl, taste and adjust seasonings.