Beef Souvlaki with Lemon & Oregano
Tender marinated beef grilled on skewers with bright lemon, oregano, and garlic. Serve with pita, tzatziki, and fresh tomatoes for an authentic Greek dinner.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef sirloin, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 whole lemon, juiced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
- 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
Instructions
- 1
Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- 2
Add beef cubes and stir until coated. Marinate at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- 3
Preheat grill to medium-high heat or heat a grill pan until shimmering, ~3 minutes.
- 4
Thread beef and onion chunks alternately onto metal skewers, leaving 1/4-inch space between pieces.
- 5
Grill skewers 8–10 minutes, rotating every 2–3 minutes, until beef is browned outside and medium-rare inside.
- 6
Transfer to a plate and rest 2 minutes before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- metal skewers (4)
- grill or grill pan
- tongs
- instant-read thermometer (optional)
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