TENDER VEAL SKEWERS WITH MARINATED ONION AND GREEK YOGURT

Juicy veal cubes marinated in aromatic spices and olive oil, grilled to perfection and served on a bed of creamy Greek yogurt with tangy marinated red onions. A fresh, flavorful meal inspired by Mediterranean flavors.

🕒 Prep Time: 15 min (+ marinating 4+ hours)

🍳 Cook Time: 15 min
🍽️ Yields: 2–3 servings (about 6 skewers)

Ingredients

Veal and Marinade:

500 g veal (cutlet or tenderloin), cut into 3 cm cubes
1 tbsp dried oregano, crumbled
1 tsp chili flakes
1 tsp ground cumin
75 ml olive oil
Salt, to taste
150 g Greek yogurt (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Marinated Onion:

1 small red onion
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp sumac
Salt, to taste

Instructions

Marinate Veal:
Season veal cubes with salt, cumin, chili flakes, and crumbled oregano. Mix well. Add olive oil and combine thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Prepare Onion:
Slice onion into thin half-rings, separate the rings, and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 10 minutes to soften and release juice. Add lemon juice and let marinate 15 more minutes. Stir in olive oil and sumac.
Prepare Skewers:
Thread about 6 pieces of veal onto each skewer. Allow skewers to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before grilling.
Grill Veal:
Preheat a grill pan on high without oil. Grill skewers for 3 minutes per side, turning and also grilling the sides for about 1 minute. Avoid overcooking—veal cutlets dry out quickly; tenderloin is a bit more forgiving.
Assemble and Serve:
Spread Greek yogurt evenly on serving plates. Arrange skewers on top or remove meat from skewers and place over yogurt. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and garnish with marinated onions. Serve with flatbread, tabbouleh, or Iranian-style rice. Serve extra onions on the side.

💡 Tips

Use fresh veal cuts for best tenderness.
Marinate sufficiently for maximum flavor.
Don’t overcook veal to keep it juicy.
Sumac adds a unique tangy note to the onions.

🎉 Perfect For

Mediterranean-inspired meals
Light, flavorful dinners
Grilled meat lovers
Fresh herb and yogurt pairings

📝 Final Thoughts

These veal skewers balance tender meat with bright, tangy onions and creamy yogurt, creating a harmonious dish full of Mediterranean flair. Quick to prepare and perfect for sharing.