Grilled Pork Kabob with Tzatziki
4 servings Savor the perfect blend of smoky goodness and creamy delight with our Grilled Pork Kabobs with Tzatziki. Succulent pork, marinated and grilled to perfection, offers a symphony of flavors in every bite. Elevate your meal with this harmonious fusion of grilled perfection and refreshing cucumber-yogurt allure x saved Bill Resident Chef November 4, 2023 15 min.25 min.1/5 15 min. 25 min. 1/5 Ingredients: Kabobs: 2 LB of pork loin - cut into 1 ½ inch pieces1 onion - peeled and cut into lengthwise should be 8 wedge pieces (any kind)1 TSP of oregano - dried½ TSP of salt½ TSP of ground pepper - ideally freshly ground 2 LB of pork loin - cut into 1 ½ inch pieces 1 onion - peeled and cut into lengthwise should be 8 wedge pieces (any kind) 1 TSP of oregano - dried ½ TSP of salt ½ TSP of ground pepper - ideally freshly ground Tzatziki: 2 English cucumber - peeled and shredded1 cup of plain Greek yogurt1 clove of garlic - peeled and grated (or pressed)3 TBSP of dried mint½ TSP of salt (adjust if needed)½ TSP of ground pepper - ideally freshly ground (adjust if needed) 2 English cucumber - peeled and shredded 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt 1 clove of garlic - peeled and grated (or pressed) 3 TBSP of dried mint ½ TSP of salt (adjust if needed) ½ TSP of ground pepper - ideally freshly ground (adjust if needed) Bread: 4 flour tortilla (white tortilla) (or naan bread)1 ½ TBSP of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (adjust if needed) Pinch of salt Pinch of ground pepper 4 flour tortilla (white tortilla) (or naan bread) 1 ½ TBSP of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (adjust if needed) Pinch of salt Pinch of ground pepper Tools: 1x Large Mixing Bowl (8 QT +)1x Small Mixing Bowl (about 1 QT)1x Tongs1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Fine Mesh Strainer, Fine Mesh Sieve1x Grill1x wooden skewers soaked in water (or metal skewers) 1x Large Mixing Bowl (8 QT +) 1x Small Mixing Bowl (about 1 QT) 1x Tongs 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Fine Mesh Strainer, Fine Mesh Sieve 1x Grill 1x wooden skewers soaked in water (or metal skewers) Directions: 1. Get Started: Let’s begin preparation of Grilled Pork Kabobs with Tzatziki. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. 2. Make the Skewers: In a large bowl, toss the pork cubes and onion pieces with 1 ½ Tbsp olive oil. Season generously with oregano, salt, and pepper. Thread the pork and onions onto skewers, alternating meat and onion pieces. Set asside for the upcoming grilling. In a large bowl, toss the pork cubes and onion pieces with 1 ½ Tbsp olive oil. Season generously with oregano, salt, and pepper. Thread the pork and onions onto skewers, alternating meat and onion pieces. Set asside for the upcoming grilling. 3. Prepare Tzatziki Salad: Peel and shred the English cucumbers. Then, squeeze out excess liquid using your hands or a cheesecloth to prevent a watery tzatziki. In a bowl, mix the shredded cucumber with the Greek yogurt, grated garlic, dried mint, salt, and pepper. Adjust the salt and pepper to your taste. Peel and shred the English cucumbers. Then, squeeze out excess liquid using your hands or a cheesecloth to prevent a watery tzatziki. In a bowl, mix the shredded cucumber with the Greek yogurt, grated garlic, dried mint, salt, and pepper. Adjust the salt and pepper to your taste. 4. Grill the Skewers: Place skewers on the preheated grill. Grill, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and the pork is cooked through (8 – 10 minutes). * Place skewers on the preheated grill. Grill, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and the pork is cooked through (8 – 10 minutes). * 5. Prepare the Flatbread: Brush tortillas or naan bread with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt. Grill for about 2 – 5 minutes, until lightly browned. Brush tortillas or naan bread with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt. Grill for about 2 – 5 minutes, until lightly browned. 6. Serve Grilled Pork Kabob with Tzatziki: Serve the grilled pork skewers immediately with the toasted flatbread and tzatziki sauce. Serve the grilled pork skewers immediately with the toasted flatbread and tzatziki sauce. * Check with a food thermometer to make sure that you have reached the desired temperature, optionally slightly extend the cooking time as you wish. * Check with a food thermometer to make sure that you have reached the minimum recommended safe serving temperature for pork and veal of 145°F. Kitchen Guide Pork and Veal (steaks, chops, roast) The USDA minimum safe internal temperature is 145°F. Popular serving temperatures: 120 – 130°F – Rare 130 – 135°F – Medium Rare 135 – 145°F – Medium (most popular, especially by chefs)145 – 155°F – Medium Well 155°F and more – Well Done 120 – 130°F – Rare 130 – 135°F – Medium Rare 135 – 145°F – Medium (most popular, especially by chefs) 145 – 155°F – Medium Well 155°F and more – Well Done About the Author: BillResident Chef # 6 37 Followers Published Recipes: 19Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Demotte , USAMember since: 2023-10-16 Published Recipes: 19 Av. 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