souvlaki; souvlakia
[ soo-VLAH-kee; soo-VLAH-kee-uh ]
This Greek specialty consists of lamb chunks that have been
MARINATED in a mixture of oil, lemon juice, oregano and seasonings before being skewered and grilled. Some souvlakia skewers also include chunks of vegetables such as green pepper or onion.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.