Cypriot Souvlaki

Name: Cypriot Souvlaki
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cyprus
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork shoulder, cubed; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp dried oregano; Pita bread, for serving; Tomato, onion, and tzatziki, for serving; Salt and pepper, to taste

4 servings20 min prep15 min cookEasy Cyprus

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Cypriot Souvlaki

Story updated September 17, 2026

Skewered grilled meat has ancient roots in the Eastern Mediterranean, with archaeological evidence of meat skewers found in Greece dating back thousands of years. Cyprus developed its own distinctive style, often featuring larger cuts of pork or chicken wrapped in pita with fries, tomato, and yogurt sauce.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

2 lbs pork shoulder, cubed
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Pita bread, for serving
Tomato, onion, and tzatziki, for serving
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1Marinate the pork cubes in olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 2 hours.
2Thread the marinated pork onto skewers.
3Grill over hot coals, turning frequently, until charred and cooked through, about 12-15 minutes.
4Warm the pita bread on the grill briefly.
5Wrap the grilled meat in pita with chopped tomato, onion, and tzatziki.
6Serve immediately.

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