Souvlaki

Souvlaki
Souvlaki in Athens, known there also as kalamaki
Place of originGreece
Region or stateGreece, Cyprus
Associated cuisineGreek cuisine, Cypriot cuisine
Main ingredientsVarious meats, herbs, spices and marinades

Souvlaki (Greek: σουβλάκι, souvláki, [suˈvlaki]; plural: σουβλάκια, souvlákia) is a Greek food item consisting of small pieces of meat and sometimes vegetables grilled on a skewer. It is usually eaten straight off the skewer while still hot. It can be served with or inside a rolled pita, typically with lemon, sauces, vegetables such as sliced tomato and onion, and fried potatoes as a side. The meat usually used in Greece and Cyprus is pork.