Greek cuisine

Souvlaki

Grilled pork or chicken skewers served with pita and tzatziki.

Well-cooked hot dish

Ingredients

The meat is marinated, skewered and grilled on all sides until cooked through.

Cook meat right through: steaming hot inside, with no pink parts or pink juices.
Instead of street food or dishes that have stood on a buffet for a long time, choose a freshly cooked hot portion.
Use only pasteurised milk, yoghurt, cream and cheese.

During low counts, swap the raw tomato, onion and tzatziki for a cooked side.

Your diet during treatment is agreed with your doctor. Sample 7-day menu for the treatment period →

Refrigerate grilled meat within 2 hours and eat within 1–2 days. Keep raw and cooked meat in separate containers.

In a pan, oven or microwave until the centre is steaming hot, not just warm.

Low appetite. Gives a lot of energy and protein in a small portion — can help when appetite is low.
Weight loss. Energy-dense and easy to enrich (oil, cheese, yoghurt) — can help with weight loss.

These are general observations: what suits you can change from day to day.

Phase notes are general. During low counts, follow only your care team’s food rules.

High blood pressure, Heart disease, Kidney disease. Often salty (stock, salty cheese, sausage, pickles). With high blood pressure, heart or kidney disease, discuss salt limits with your team.
Heart disease, Obesity, Liver disease, Stomach and gut. Can be fatty. With heart, liver or digestive disease, or excess weight, discuss fat content and portions with your team.
Kidney disease, Liver disease. Rich in protein. With kidney or liver disease, protein amounts are set individually — discuss with your team.

Nutrition figures from a reliable source have not been added for this dish yet.

Medical disclaimerThis information is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.