Greek Souvlaki Marinade Recipe

[kosta_karapinotis]

Now that grilling season is upon us, I thought I would share my souvlaki marinade. I cut the meat in cubes and marinate in plastic bags overnight. I skewer them just before grilling.

Add to a mason jar:

• 1/4 cup Greek olive oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Then I cover the mason jar and shake, add the meat to the bags, and pour it over. If I am making a huge batch I double the marinade.

 

[k_tsoukalas]

My favorite marinade! Here is my version - I also do it in a mason jar or I just whisk it quickly - I add the lemon juice and spices, then stream in the olive oil while I whisk.

The Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 shallot, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste