Pork Souvlaki with Jersey Royal Potato Fries

Classic Greek pork souvlaki marinated in vibrant Greek spices, grilled to perfection, and served with crispy Jersey Royal potato fries and refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce. A delightful and flavorful dinner.

Prep Time

25 minutes

Total Time

1 hour

Calories

695 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

4 items

Cost

£3.58/serving

Season:

🌸 Spring•☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Dinner•Snack

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Ingredients

Servings

600gPork Tenderloin(Cut into 1-inch cubes)

£7.50

4tablespoonsOlive Oil(Extra Virgin)

£0.40

2tablespoonsLemon Juice(Freshly squeezed)

£0.20

2teaspoonsDried Oregano

£0.15

1teaspoonDried Thyme

£0.10

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

1teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

£0.01

0.5teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

£0.05

750gJersey Royal Potatoes(Halved or quartered if large)

£3.00

2tablespoonsOlive Oil(For potatoes)

£0.40

0.5teaspoonSalt(For potatoes)

£0.01

1cupGreek Yogurt(Full-fat)

£0.75

0.5Cucumber(Grated and squeezed to remove excess water)

£0.40

1cloveGarlic(Minced for tzatziki)

£0.10

1tablespoonLemon Juice(For tzatziki)

£0.20

2tablespoonsFresh Dill(Chopped, for tzatziki)

£0.50

1tablespoonOlive Oil(For tzatziki)

£0.40

0.3teaspoonSalt(For tzatziki, or to taste)

£0.01

PinchBlack Pepper(For tzatziki)

£0.05

Total Cost

£14.33

£3.58 per serving

Instructions

1.
**Prepare the Pork Marinade:** In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
2.
**Marinate the Pork:** Add the pork cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for a more intense flavor.
3.
**Prepare the Jersey Royal Potatoes:** Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss the halved or quartered Jersey Royal potatoes with olive oil and salt.
4.
**Roast the Potatoes:** Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
5.
**Make the Tzatziki:** In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated and squeezed cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
6.
**Thread the Pork:** Thread the marinated pork cubes onto skewers.
7.
**Grill the Souvlaki:** Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the pork souvlaki for 8-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred. Internal temperature should reach 71°C (160°F).
8.
**Serve:** Serve the pork souvlaki hot with crispy Jersey Royal potato fries and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (475g)

695 kcal / 2908 kJ

Carbs

35g

13% of RDA

Fat

38g

54% of RDA

Protein

51g

102% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

5 g

6% of RDA

Sodium

920 mg

40% of RDA

Saturated Fat

7 g

35% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.

Don't overcrowd the grill when cooking the souvlaki to ensure even cooking and browning.

For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried mint to the pork marinade.

To easily remove the excess water from the cucumber, sprinkle it with salt after grating and let it sit for 10 minutes. Then, squeeze out the liquid using your hands or a clean kitchen towel.

Cooking Equipment

Grill

Oven

Bowl

Skewers

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.

Don't overcrowd the grill when cooking the souvlaki to ensure even cooking and browning.

For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried mint to the pork marinade.

To easily remove the excess water from the cucumber, sprinkle it with salt after grating and let it sit for 10 minutes. Then, squeeze out the liquid using your hands or a clean kitchen towel.

Pork Souvlaki with Jersey Royal Potato Fries

Ingredients

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