souvlaki

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Souvlaki is a Greek dish that is essentially a shish kebab. It is made with small pieces of meat, such as pork, lamb, chicken, or beef, that are marinated and then skewered and grilled. The meat is often served in a pita bread with various toppings like tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki sauce. The word "souvlaki" comes from the Greek word "soubla," meaning skewer. This dish is a popular part of Greek cuisine and has gained international recognition.12

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The Greek souvlaki is a version of shish kebab that uses only meat, quite similar to the Turkish çöp şiş, “skewered garbage,” a jocular name that refers to the fact that the meat is often scrap left over after other cuts have been taken off. Kebabs are…
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The Greek souvlaki is a version of shish kebab that uses only meat, quite similar to the Turkish çöp şiş, “skewered garbage,” a jocular name that refers to the fact that the meat is often scrap left over after other cuts have been taken off. Kebabs are…
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