Greek souvlaki (skewers) with carob syrup marinade and dip

Greek souvlaki (skewers) cannot go amiss from any Greek BBQ. These mouthwatering greek souvlaki (skewers) with carob syrup marinade and dip will simply amaze you. They are so simple to make and do not require a lot of fuss. You can prepare them overnight or a little while prior to cooking.

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Greek souvlaki or skewers are traditionally made of diced pork, however, chicken has been becoming increasing popular for this delicious skewers. The choice is yours. Their name souvlaki originates form ‘Souvla’ which is the spit, where are cooked. They are usually served with a wooden skewers and are accompanied by other Greek appetisers and salads.

Carob honey marinade

Carob honey is healthy as it is rich in numerous minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium and anti-oxidants. It is harvested in autumn by carob tree blossoms. Its flavour closely resembles that of chocolate with a bitter aftertaste. Carob honey is perfect for meat marinades and meat souvlaki.

Greek souvlaki (skewers) with carob honey marinade and dip

Greek souvlaki (skewers) with carob syrup marinade and dip

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Serves: 4 Prep Time: Cooking Time:

Ingredients

Meat Skewers:

  • 600gr meat (pork or chicken)
  • 5 small fresh green onions
  • 2 small leeks
  • 5 tablespoons carob syrup
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Carob honey sauce/dip

  • 150mls olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons carob syrup
  • 4 teaspoons white vinegar
  • 3 teaspoons mustard (mild, non spicy)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame
  • 1 pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. To make these mouthwatering Greek souvlaki skewers with carob syrup marinade and dip start by dicing the meat. Dice your preferred meat, either pork or chicken into 3x3cm or 1.1x1.1 inches cubes. Marinade the meat with carob honey and let it rest for 30 minutes at least.
  2. Continue by preparing the carob syrup mayonnaise/ dip. In a mixing bowl, add carob syrup, mustard, salt and whisk. Add slowly the olive oil whilst whisking and continue by adding vinegar and sesame. Refrigerate the carob honey mayonnaise until served.
  3. Wash and remove the outer layers of the fresh green onions and leeks. Slice them along the long axis and set them aside.
  4. Remove the pork souvlaki skewers with the carob syrup marinade from the refrigerator and season them with salt. Thread the meat onto the skewers. To avoid burning the wooden skewers, soak them into water for 20 mins prior use.
  5. Grill the Greek pork souvlaki skewers for 4-5 minutes, making sure each side is grilled. Chunkier pieces of meat with require longer time in the grill.
  6. Continue by grilling the fresh green onions and leeks.
  7. Serve these mouth-watering Greek souvlaki (skewers) with the carob syrup dip, grilled leeks and onions.

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