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Souvlaki
Souvlaki reads sourness 6.1, citrus 5.8 and richness 4.5 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Greek main, about 1 hr. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 4.3 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 2.4 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 7.8 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 1.4 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 4.8 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 4.7 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Sourness 6.1 · Citrus 5.8 · Richness 4.5 · Allium 4.3 · Salinity 3.6 · Umami 3.1 · Marine & Briny 2.2 · Fruity 2.0 · Herbaceous 1.7 · Warm Spice 1.7 · Funk & Ferment 1.6 · Sweetness 1.3 · Bitterness 1.3 · Nutty 1.0 · Heat 0.9 · Floral 0.7 · Earthy 0.7
What's in it (11)
- 1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin, cubed
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 pita bread
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup tzatziki
Time & effort: about 1 hr (20 min active) · effort: easy
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 117 kcal, 10.3 g protein, 1.8 g fat, 14.3 g carbs
Dietary: Contains meat — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Marinate cubed meat in olive oil, lemon, garlic, and oregano for at least an hour.
- Thread onto skewers and grill over high heat for 8-10 minutes, turning frequently.
- Serve in warm pita with tomato, onion, and tzatziki.
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.