Souvla Horini
Cypriot Pork Souvla (Large Skewers)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Large chunks of marinated pork, slow-roasted over charcoal on a large spit. Known for its smoky flavor and tender, juicy meat with crispy skin.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder/leg, olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Request no potato or bread sides. Confirm no sugary glazes in marinade (though traditional is simple).
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για τη Σούβλα Χοιρινή, χωρίς πατάτες ή ψωμί παρακαλώ. Μπορείτε να επιβεβαιώσετε ότι δεν έχουν χρησιμοποιηθεί ζάχαρες στη μαρινάδα;
For the Souvla Horini, no potato or bread sides, please. Could you confirm no sugary glazes are used in the marinade?
Watch out for
Potential hidden sugar in marinades (uncommon for traditional), often served with starchy sides like chips (fries) or bread which must be avoided.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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